Energy Facility Operator

at  City of Surrey

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Employment Status
Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time
Scope
Under supervision from senior staff, the Energy Facility Operator is responsible for performing daily responsibilities related to the operations of the City’s District Energy Centre(s), hot water distribution pipe network, temporary energy centres, and energy transfer stations in customer buildings. The City currently operates natural gas-fired energy centres to heat the growing district energy network. In the future, this will include operation of low-carbon energy centres which could include waste heat recovery centres using heat pumps or biomass energy centres using boilers fueled by wood waste.
Responsibilities
Operation and maintenance of the central heating plant(s) boilers.
Monitors gauges, plant operational data on the central control system HMI, level indicators, and alarm systems. Controls, monitors and maintains Surrey City Energy automated and manual control systems.
Optimizes economical and environmental performance by making operational adjustments as required. Responds to alarms and diagnoses problems.
Takes corrective action as needed to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Performs standard plant and building maintenance including equipment repairs and replacing components. Tests and calibrates instruments to ensure proper functionality.
Liaises with representatives of buildings receiving thermal energy services to ensure efficient integration and customer service.
Coordinate and supervise contract personnel on site.
Perform 24 hour emergency standby duties as required.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: 22 Pay Steps Hourly rate Step 1 $38.98 Step 2 (6 months) $40.60 Step 3 (18 months) $42.19 Step 4 (30 months) $43.77
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Conditions of Employment
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until February 13, 2025.
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