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Stationary Engineers and Auxiliary Equipment Operators  (NOC 7351)
Nord-du-Québec Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Stationary engineers and auxiliary equipment operators operate and maintain various types of stationary engines and auxiliary equipment to provide heat, light, power and other utility services for commercial, industrial and institutional buildings and other work sites. They are employed in industrial and manufacturing plants, hospitals, universities, government, utilities, hotels and other commercial establishments.

auxiliary plant operator, boiler operator, power engineer, power engineer apprentice, stationary engineer, stationary engineer apprentice, steam plant operator.

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Stationary engineers and auxiliary equipment operators perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Operate automated or computerized control systems, stationary engines and auxiliary equipment such as boilers, turbines, generators, pumps, compressors, pollution control devices and other equipment to provide heat, ventilation, refrigeration, light and power for buildings, industrial plants and other work sites
  • Monitor and inspect plant equipment, computer terminals, switches, valves, gauges, alarms, meters and other instruments to measure temperature, pressure and fuel flow, to detect leaks or other equipment malfunctions and to ensure plant equipment is operating at maximum efficiency
  • Analyze and record instrument readings and equipment malfunctions
  • Troubleshoot and perform corrective action and minor repairs to prevent equipment or system failure
  • Clean and lubricate generators, turbines, pumps and compressors and perform other routine equipment maintenance duties using appropriate lubricants and hand, power and precision tools
  • Maintain a daily log of operation, maintenance and safety activities, and write reports about plant operation
  • May assist in the development of operation, maintenance and safety procedures.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Chibougamau, Chapais, Lebel-sur-Quévillon, Matagami

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Education & Job Requirements for Stationary Engineers and Auxiliary Equipment Operators in Nord-du-Québec Region

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Québec
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Regulatory Body

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The occupation (Stationary Engineer) requires certification in the province or territory: Québec
Address: Emploi-Québec
800 Square-Victoria, 28th floor
Montreal, Québec
H4Z 1B7
Phone: 514-873-1892 or toll free 1-888-367-5647
Fax: 514-873-2189
Web Site: www.emploiquebec.net
Other Contact Information: Information on this trade is available on the Emploi-Québec website. View the profile here. The profile is only available in French.

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