3rd Class Power Engineer - Maintenance and Operations

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A major health services provider in Cape Breton is seeking a part-time 3rd Class Power Engineer. This role involves maintaining and repairing steam plant equipment, ensuring energy production, and supporting facility maintenance. Ideal candidates will have certification and relevant experience. The position offers competitive hourly pay and requires attendance for 15 hours bi-weekly. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is paramount.

Qualifications

• Third Class Power Engineer Certification required.
• In-depth knowledge of building mechanical systems is essential.
• Previous building maintenance experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair steam plant equipment.
• Oversee energy production and maintain production consistency.
• Perform duties of a higher- or lower-class Power Engineer as needed.

Skills

Third Class Power Engineer Certification

In-depth knowledge of building mechanical systems

Previous building maintenance experience

Water treatment familiarization

Knowledge of labor and safety codes

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We aim for excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community programs. This opportunity is with the FMS Plant Operations CBR team in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital area.

Req ID: 212088
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: FMS Plant Operations CBR
Type of Employment: Temporary, Hourly PT long-assignment (20%), 1 position
Union: UNIFOR Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 5-Nov-25

Visit www.novascotiahealth.ca to learn more about our organization and the care we provide.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Power Engineer & Assistant Manager on a 24-hour rotating shift basis, the 3rd Class Power Engineer troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and monitors all steam plant equipment and supports facility general maintenance as regulations permit. This position is responsible for maintenance and repair work on equipment as directed by his/her supervisor, including the boiler plant, chiller plant, water treatment plant, and facility as regulations permit. The operator oversees all energy production during working hours and is responsible for maintaining constant production from the plant to the entire facility, following the Nova Scotia Boiler & Pressure Equipment Regulations. In special circumstances, this position may temporarily perform duties of a higher- or lower-class Power Engineer license to ensure coverage. Travel within the zone or other zones as needed. Other duties as required.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Third Class Power Engineer Certification
• In-depth knowledge of building mechanical systems, including medical gas/vacuum systems
• Previous building maintenance experience
• Water treatment familiarization
• Knowledge of labor and safety codes
• Ability to work independently
• Travel to other sites may be required

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long Assignment, Part-Time / 20% / 15 Hours Bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$33.05 - $33.60 Hourly

What Happens After You Apply

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status should seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.