Electrician - Maintenance and Operations

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Town of Middleton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health provider in Nova Scotia seeks an Electrician for a permanent, full-time role at Soldiers Memorial Hospital. Responsibilities include maintenance of electrical systems, installation of wiring, and adherence to safety codes. Candidates should possess the necessary certifications and relevant experience, with opportunities for a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Benefits package including health and dental

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• One year post Journeyman experience required, four years experience preferred.
• Valid training in WHMIS, Confined Space Awareness, Fall Protection, Arc Flash Training, First Aid, Lock & Tag Out considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of all electrical equipment.
• Installation of phone and data cables, electrical renovations or installations as required.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair complex electrical and electronic equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Installation of electrical systems

Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code

Competency in French

Education

Grade XII

Nova Scotia Construction Electrician Journeyman Certification

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 202713
Location: Western Zone, Soldiers Memorial Hospital
Department: FMS Plant Maintenance SMH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% ) x 1
CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 1-Jul-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

The Electrician is responsible for maintenance and repair of all electrical equipment. Duties include installation of phone and data cables and terminations, electrical renovations or new installations as required.The electrician is responsible to troubleshoot, maintain and repair all of the complex’s electrical and electronic equipment and systems. To install new electrical equipment when needed and comply with Canadian and Provincial Codes.

About You

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

• Grade XII and valid Nova Scotia Construction Electrician Journeyman Certification
• One year post Journeyman experience required, four years experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge in maintenance repair and installation of all types of electrical systems and new equipment
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and Safety Codes
• Valid training in the following will be considered an asset: WHMIS, Confined Space Awareness, Fall Protection, Arc Flash Training, First Aid, Lock & Tag Out, Infection Control
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

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

Hours

• Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$27.43 - $32.65 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

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. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being 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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.