Onni is seeking a Junior Plant Engineer to join our dynamic Capilano Energy team. The successful candidate will support daily plant operations and maintenance activities across multiple sites, working under the guidance of senior engineering staff and gaining hands-on experience. Reporting to the Senior Plant Engineer, the Junior Plant Engineer will support Capilano Energy in delivering sustainable and reliable district energy services.

This full-time role follows a Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm schedule and is a great opportunity for someone is eager to learn, build hands-on experience across a energetic, multi-building environment.

Comprehensive Benefits

Package that provides extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance and critical illness. Continuous learning opportunities with an annual educational allowance. Regular consistent team building activities and events. Discounts to local amenities and vendors.

Plant

Operations & Maintenance Assist in the operation of boilers, chillers, heat pumps, cooling towers, pumps, and auxiliary equipment in compliance with Technical Safety BC regulations, under the direction of senior plant staff. Support the diagnosis and completion of repairs for mechanical and electrical issues, escalating complex issues to senior staff as needed. Perform preventative maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and efficiency.

Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness. Coordinate work with contractors, vendors, and internal departments. Actively participate in on-the-job training and mentorship from senior operations staff, with a focus on developing skills, certification, and safety awareness.

Performance Monitoring & Regulatory Compliance: Assist with monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues under supervision.



Maintain up-to-date records, logs, and inspection reports. 5th Class Power Engineer certification required. ~1-2 years of plant operations experience preferred; recent graduates of a Power Engineering program with relevant practicum or co-op experience will also be considered. ~ Working knowledge of boilers, chillers, heat pumps, cooling towers, pumps, BACnet, and related mechanical/electrical systems, with a strong willingness to learn. ~ Ability to read engineering drawings. ~ Must be a self-starter with a strong interest in growing a long-term career in power engineering. We provide integrated solutions for clients across diverse industries, following an efficient and cooperative approach, and always delivering project certainty.

We believe it is the culmination of our passion for providing world-class construction and construction management services, while also fostering long-term relationships that yield exceptional and innovative outcomes that continue to shape the industry. Forming, Pumping, Equipment Rentals & Operations, Electrical, Drywall, Steel Stud, Metal Panel, and Firestopping. Our success is built by a motivated, skilled team that takes pride in quality, safety, and craftsmanship.

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws. All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use.

Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work. #

📌 Junior Plant Engineer (Vancouver)
🏢 CapWest
📍 Vancouver