4th Class Power Engineer - District Energy Utility Operator

Job Details

Job Location:

VANCOUVER, BC V6E 4A2

Corix operates the Burnaby Mountain District Energy Utility, turning locally sourced wood waste destined for landfill into clean heat and hot water for SFU's Burnaby campus and the Univer City community – hands-on infrastructure work with a real environmental payoff, part of a growing portfolio of district energy systems Corix operates across North America.

As a District Energy Utility Operator, you'll help keep this facility and its network of underground piping and energy transfer stations running safely and reliably, working closely with the Area Supervisor and Area Manager. No two days will look quite the same: one shift might be routine monitoring and preventative maintenance, the next could be troubleshooting a mechanical issue or responding to an emergency call-out.

New to district energy or biomass? That's okay. If you have 4th class Power Engineering credentials and hands-on experience with equipment like boilers, pumps, or chillers, we’ll help you build the rest. Corix offers on-the-job training and a tuition assistance program for approved courses to support your career growth.

• Monitor, adjust, and control plant systems (on-site and via SCADA/HMI) to keep operations safe, efficient, and compliant with internal standards and external regulations
• Operate, inspect, and maintain equipment across district energy facilities, underground distribution piping, and energy transfer stations, performing preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance and repairs
• Troubleshoot performance issues, take corrective action, and recommend improvements to optimize system reliability and availability
• Lead on-site health & safety: hazard assessments, site inspections, and safety documentation (JHAs, FLHAs, SOPs, ERPs), for employees, contractors, and visitors alike
• Keep detailed, accurate maintenance records in the CMMS
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as part of the on-call rotation, acting as first responder when needed

• Plant and field environments, including exposure to water, chemicals, hazardous materials, and noise
• Heavy lifting/moving up to 50 lbs.
• Extended standing and climbing
• Occasional work at heights, in confined spaces, or in inclement weather
• 12-hour rotating shifts, plus on-call and scheduled overtime participation

• 4th Class Power Engineer certification
• Minimum 2 years' experience maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical equipment (boilers, cooling towers, chillers, pumps, valves, piping, and fittings)
• Valid Class 5 driver's license, with ability to provide a driver's abstract
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong communicator, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently, with good critical thinking and problem-solving instincts
• Someone who takes pride in a clean, well-organized workspace and holds equipment and facilities to a high standard

• Biomass or HVAC system experience
• SCADA/HMI, controls, or instrumentation experience
• First Aid Level I

The anticipated pay range for this position is $38–40 per hour, based on relevant experience and qualifications. This position is eligible for overtime.