Operating Engineer

Job Description

<p><strong>Maintenance Chief Engineer / Operating Engineer</strong></p><p>Hamilton, ON</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a leader in the Canadian cold storage and supply chain sector, is seeking a <strong>Maintenance Chief Engineer</strong> to oversee refrigeration, utility, and facility systems. This is an opportunity to work with advanced systems, lead a skilled team, and contribute to a company recognized for safety, reliability, and innovation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements - Maintenance Chief Engineer</strong> </p><p><br></p><ul><li>Valid 2nd Class Operating Engineer Certificate (TSSA)</li><li>3–5 years in refrigeration/cold storage, food plant, or related environment - in a a chief or supervisory engineering role</li><li>Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems (ammonia, glycol, Freon), compressors, pumps, HVAC, and electrical controls</li><li>Experience with PLC, HMI, and automation systems (asset)</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office; maintenance software knowledge is an asset</li><li>Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and communication skills</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities - Maintenance Chief Engineer</strong> </p><p><br></p><ul><li>Operate and maintain ammonia/Freon refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, cooling towers, air compressors, and related utilities</li><li>Supervise engineers and maintenance staff, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with TSSA and OHSA standards</li><li>Develop preventative/predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and optimize efficiency</li><li>Support upgrades, capital projects, and budget planning with technical expertise</li><li>Lead workplace safety initiatives and maintain compliance documentation</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>APPLICATION – Maintenance Chief Engineer</strong> </p><p><br></p><p>If you have the required 3+ years of cold storage maintenance experience together with your 2nd class operating engineer certificate, please apply today. Only those candidates selected will be contacted, thank you.</p>