Job Information
Job Title: Power Plant Engineer
Job Requisition ID: 70729
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 10, 2025
Classification: Power Plant Engineer 4th Class (043PPC)
Salary: $2,363.71 to $2,444.90 bi-weekly ($61,692 - $63,811/year)
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Alberta Infrastructure designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that schools, hospitals and government facilities infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. The Ministry also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.
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Reporting to the Power Plant Supervisor, the Power Plant Engineer performs work essential to the efficient and effective operation and maintenance of large heating and/or cooling plant(s) and auxiliary equipment for the assigned facility. This position may be required to operate a building management control system, as well as automated card access and computerized maintenance management systems.
The primary responsibilities for the Power Plant Engineer include, but are not limited to:
• Read, interpret, and adjust meters and gauges
• Test and control chemical content of heating/cooling systems and auxiliary equipment
• Ensure boilers and other equipment are operated safely and within specifications
• Inspect equipment and perform quality assurance checks on a scheduled basis
• Perform plant duties in accordance with Alberta Boiler Safety Association (ABSA) regulations and provides routine maintenance and repairs in accordance with the Act.
• Change filters, lubricate equipment, clean coils, and replate belts, bearings and other components
• Keep records of inspections, services and repairs
Equipment operated, maintained, and repaired by the Power Plant Engineer 4th Class may include:
• High- and low-pressure water tube boilers
• Absorption chiller
• Centrifugal chiller, cooling tower, and ancillary equipment
• Diesel engine operated emergency power generators
• Natural gas fired cogeneration plant, heat exchangers and air handling units
• Water softeners
• Reverse osmosis/de-mineralized water treatment system
• Chemical wastewater treatment plant
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
Required: 4th Class Power Plant Engineer Certificate
This position requires comprehensive knowledge of:
The Power Plant Engineer must have well developed and demonstrated:
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards
• Location: Edmonton, Alberta
• Hours of Work: 8 hours per day / 40 hours per day
• Term of Employment: Full-time, permanent
• Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Lavanya Jothinataraj at Lavanya.Jothinataraj@gov.ab.ca.
For any questions or interest regarding this employer and the application process, please contact:
Mohammad Haidar
Join us in shaping Alberta's future. As the Government of Alberta, we are committed to creating a stronger province for generations to come. The Alberta Public Service works to deliver a vast array of programs and services to meet the needs of Albertans.
With a diverse range of rewarding employment opportunities, we foster an environment that promotes continuous learning and career growth. As one of the largest employers in Alberta, our team is driven by values of respect, accountability, integrity, and excellence. Together, we share a common vision of building a stronger province, making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of Albertans.