Co-op Student - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Western:

Considered Canada's most beautiful University, Western's main campus spans 400 acres of Gothic-style buildings mixed with modern LEED-certified capital structures providing an idyllic environment for our community of scholars.

The university is located in London, Canada, a safe, vibrant and welcoming community of more than 350,000 people serving as a regional medical and industrial hub for southwestern Ontario.

About Us:

Facilities Management is responsible for the planning, development, engineering, construction, operation, maintenance and stewardship of all the buildings, infrastructure, sites and services within Western's campus community.

Our integrated team provides excellence in creating and maintaining Western's facilities and in serving the community. Our vision is to be recognized as the leader in facilities management among research intensive universities worldwide.

Responsibilities:

The Power Plant Co-Op Student will be shadowing the Power Plant team, who manage, operate and maintain boiler plants, chiller plants, steam/condensate and chilled water distribution systems, emergency diesel generators, air compressors, auxiliary and associated equipment and other related processes.

Qualifications:

Ontario High School Secondary diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

Current registration in Power Engineering Program as recognized by an accredited postsecondary institution or equivalent.
Investigate, identify, analyze and document information in written or electronic form and resolve problems.
Lift and transport materials, bend, excavate, climb and reach repetitively.
Meet physical demands of the role.
Work well in a team environment as well as autonomously with mínimal supervision.
Work in confined spaces or in areas containing designated substances found within OH&S Act as required.
Perform tasks in emergency situations.
Interpret and work from electronic/written operation instruction sheets as well as mechanical electrical and geographical drawings/maps and produce quicksketch working diagrams.
Comprehensive electronic, oral and written communication skills.
Listen fully and respond courteously to instructions, questions and comments.
Establish a rapport with customers, leaders and peers.
Dependable and cooperative.
Ability to interact with others in positive ways which develop mutual understanding, respect and productive relationships.

Why Western?:

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.