POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for operating and maintaining various types of stationary engines and mechanical equipment, such as boilers, pumps, compressors, motors, generators, and water or industrial waste treating equipment, and to provide heat and other utility services for buildings or industrial processes, under minimum supervision.

• Starts equipment, observes meters, gauged and warning lights, adjusts levels, valves and switch controls to obtain specific operating conditions and outputs.
• Analyzes temperatures, pressures, fuel flow and other instrument readings to ensure efficient operation or combustion.
• Compile records of instruments readings, hours of operation, fuels consumption, and reports on equipment performance and serviceability.
• Carries out daily maintenance of equipment, lubricates and makes minor repairs.
• Removes all debris accumulated by task(s) performed and maintains a clean, safe work environment.
• Provides on-job-training to other personnel in the power engineering trade.
• Assists with other maintenance tasks as required.
• Attends upgrading training for trade or personal development.