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Operating Engineer

Job Summary

Location: Hay River
Department: Infrastructure
Job ID: 26462
Salary: $98,592 - $117,749
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Closing Date: Apr 24, 2025

Department Information

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies.  INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/

Job Information

The Operating Engineer is located in Hay River and reports to the Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator. As part of the Facilities Management Division of the Fort Smith Regional office, the Operating Engineer has responsibility for 4 moderately complex buildings in a total portfolio of approximately 30 buildings, and occasionally travels throughout the Hay River Area to provide Operating Engineering services as required.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; 

  • Extensive knowledge of steam and hydronic boiler systems, HVAC controls, Direct Digital Control Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy Management & Control systems, Plumbing, Ventilation Systems, Oil Burner Maintenance and Repair, Sprinkler and Alarm Systems
  • Knowledge of several Acts and regulations as they relate to the status of buildings and equipment
  • Knowledge of other Building Trades and the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematic drawings, perform minor repairs, and understand and apply mathematical concepts. 
  • Skilled in problem solving, troubleshooting, form and spatial perception, manual dexterity, special testing equipment use, and monitoring contractor performance

Typically attained by.

Completion of Grade 10 and a minimum certification as a 4th Class Operating Engineer, with 4 years of experience in the building maintenance field. The skills are normally acquired through experience working in a variety of building settings and completion of training or experience in each skill area

Must possess a Class 5 driver's license.

As this is a position of trust involving work in health centres, schools, RCMP and correctional facilities, a clear enhanced criminal records check must be presented to the employer.

Equivalencies may include; Completion of Grade 10 and a minimum certification as a 5th Class Operating Engineer, with 5 years of experience in the building maintenance field. The skills are normally acquired through experience working in a variety of building settings and completion of training or experience in each skill area

 

 

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
Tel (867) 875-8086
jobshayriver@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 26462

Closing date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 23:59 Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $47.40 per hour to $56.61 per hour (approximately $92,430 - $110,390) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,662