5th Class Power Engineer

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Steinbach; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Health-Santé Sud in Steinbach, MB, invites applications for an Engineer 5th Class at Bethesda Regional Health Centre. Reporting to the Lead - Physical Plant Services, the role monitors and maintains critical building and medical systems in a 5th class plant.

The position requires initiative, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work independently or in a team. On-call evenings and weekends may be required, with a 7.75-hour day and 1.0 FTE.

Qualifications

• Power Engineering - 5th Class certificate required.
• Experience with electrical, carpentry, plumbing, heating or air-conditioning.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams and equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain building and medical systems in a 5th class plant.
• Prioritize work with independent judgment and initiative.
• Adhere to mission, vision, values and Southern Health-Santé Sud policies.
• Respond to on-call duties evenings and weekends as required.

Skills

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC

Blueprints

Preventive maintenance

Safety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Power Engineering - 5th Class Certificate

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Requisition ID: 410549

Position Number: 116-7116599-E226-11

Posting End Date: Open Until Filled

Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud

Site: Bethesda Regional Health Centre

Union: CUPE

Department/Unit: Physical Plant Services

Work Location: Bethesda Regional Health Centre

City: Steinbach

Hiring Status: Permanent

FTE: 1.0

Employment arrangement: In Person

Daily hours worked: 7.75

Anticipated shift: Days; Evenings; Weekends

Annual base hours: 2015

Anticipated Start Date: 09/28/2026

Salary: $31.49 - $34.51

Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.

Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.

Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Lead - Physical Plant Services, the Engineer 5th Class is responsible for monitoring and maintaining building and medical related systems and associated equipment in a 5th class plant.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years' experience working in a maintenance position.
• Previous experience working with electrical, carpentry, plumbing, heating, or air-conditioning.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Power Engineering - 5th Class Certificate as recognized by the Province of Manitoba.
• Other suitable combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of associated equipment and systems in a 5th class plant.
• Knowledge of and ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of various types of mechanical equipment and their functions.
• Knowledge of proper operation and maintenance of yard care equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and their purpose.
• Knowledge of basic safe work legislation and practices.
• Knowledge of Fire Codes and C.S.A standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to display independent judgment where appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to respect a culturally diverse population.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• Demonstrated ability to perform appropriate calculations as required.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job .
• May be required to work in a variety of temperatures including excessive heat or cold.
• May be required to work with hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to be on call evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to respond to the facility within 20 minutes of being notified when on call.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.