Maintenance Worker IV

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Maintenance Worker IV to monitor, maintain and operate plant-related systems within a hospital setting, primarily at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and Norwood center. You will respond to diverse building issues, work afterhours, and support facilities maintenance and engineering staff across sites.

The role requires post-secondary education or technical certification and a 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate where boiler support is necessary, with strong

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in a related field and/or technical certification.
• 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate per ABSA guidelines where boiler support is necessary.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain and operate plant-related systems within the facility.
• Respond to building emergencies and afterhours requests.
• Provide leadership to maintenance staff and assist with preventative maintenance.
• Assist with multi-site duties as directed.

Skills

Automation controls

Education

Post-secondary education or technical certification

4th Class Power Engineer Certificate

Job description

As a Maintenance Worker IV and member of the 24-hour building operations team, the Central Control group reports to the Facility Manager and works in partnership with the Facilities maintenance and engineering team. Primarily working to monitor, maintain and operate plant-related systems within the facility, you will respond to a variety of building related problems and emergencies. Exhibiting a high level of professionalism and customer service, you will communicate with staff on a regular basis to assist with maintenance concerns. As shift work is also a part of this position, you will play a key role in a variety of afterhours responses such as maintenance or repair tasks, assisting in hoarding set ups, assisting with flood/water release remediation activities, and performing various housekeeping duties. Some outdoor work in all weather conditions will be required at times. As a casual staff member, hours of work per week may vary. You will primarily support the team during vacancies due to illness, vacation or other forms of periodic leave. The primary location will be at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and Gene Zwozdesky center at Norwood but if an event unfolds, this person may be asked to work at other sites within the zone. Potential multi-site duties as directed by FM&E Director or Manager.

Description:

As a Maintenance Worker IV, you will perform a variety of highly skilled and complex maintenance and repair work requiring considerable initiative and judgment in determining the appropriate work methods consistent with standards, regulations and procedures. You will utilize your supervisory and/or maintenance skills and experience to perform preventative maintenance and repair duties on specialized equipment and building control systems, and to provide leadership and direction to other maintenance staff in order to meet operational requirements. In addition, you will perform specialized machine repairs, as well as the maintenance and monitoring of systems and equipment. You may be responsible to resolve escalated operational issues; act as a delegate for the Manager on operational issues; participate in the recruitment and selection of new staff; assisting the design and implementation of preventative maintenance programs; estimate project costs; and liaise with outside agencies and contractors.

• Transition Company: Health Shared Services
• Classification: Maintenance Worker IV
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Facility Maintenance and Engineering
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 18-AUG-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 28-AUG-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $36.28
• Maximum Salary: $39.53
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Health Shared Services
• Classification: Maintenance Worker IV
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Facility Maintenance and Engineering
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 18-AUG-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 28-AUG-2026
• Hours per Shift: Varies
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $36.28
• Maximum Salary: $39.53
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of post-secondary education in a related field and/or technical certification in a related field required or 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate as per ABSA kW rating guidelines where boiler support is necessary.

Additional Required Qualifications:

An understanding of automation controls including airflow commands, fan switching, point memos and operator commands is required. Must be able to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to work both independently as well as in a team environment. Must be physically capable to carry out the duties of this position (i.e. walk for long periods of time, climb ladders, lift and move heavy material or equipment and respond quickly to building emergencies). Must have proficient communication skills and high aptitude to work within a team setting. Must be able to communicate with staff and clientele in a respectful and courteous manner at all times. Must have critical thinking skills and be able to diffuse and control problematic / high stress situations in a calm and timely manner. Must be able to work in a hospital environment and work around traumatic events that occur in a hospital setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous related experience in a healthcare facility is preferred. Extensive knowledge in one or more of plumbing, mechanical, electrical, sterilizer equipment, nurse call systems and automated building systems is an asset. Proficient computer skills.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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