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Chief Operating Engineer (70309725)

Halifax, NS, ca💼 Full-time💰 $80,000–$80,000🗓 2026-09-22 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Acadia University's Central Heating Plant, Refrigeration Plant, and associated utility distribution systems.

Role type

Senior IC Chief Operating Engineer (Utility Systems)

Builds

Reliable utility services (heating, refrigeration, steam) for a university campus

Domain

Higher Education + Industrial Utility Systems (Steam/Refrigeration)

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Steam generation, refrigeration systems, energy management, preventative maintenance, regulatory compliance, budget management, team leadership, CMMS proficiency

Preferred skills

Unionized environment leadership, Maximo/Keystone/UKG/IMS experience, capital planning

Technologies

CMMS, Microsoft Office 365, Maximo, Keystone Work Order System, UKG, IMS Safety Database

Responsibilities

Oversee plant operations and maintenance activities, supervise CHP Operators and Maintenance Relief Operators, manage employee relations and grievances, develop SOPs and risk assessments, monitor plant performance and energy efficiency, prepare operational reports and manage budgets, coordinate contractors and vendors

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties

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