Power Engineer 4/Maintenance Worker V - (222656)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority in Nova Scotia is seeking a qualified individual to operate, maintain, and repair site Power Plant and related equipment. The successful candidate will hold a 4th Class Power Engineer certification and have recent experience. Responsibilities include monitoring building systems through a BAS and performing trades duties in various areas including electrical and plumbing. A valid BC Drivers License is required for this fulltime position.

Qualifications

• Certificate acknowledged by the Province of BC.
• Two years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Valid BC Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair site Power Plant and related equipment.
• Monitor building systems through the Building Automation System.
• Perform trades duties in electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical ability to perform duties

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate of competency as a 4th Class Power Engineer

Two years recent related experience

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Chief Power Engineer or designate. Operates, maintains and repairs site Power Plant and related equipment throughout the Facility or other SI VIHA facilities as assigned by performing duties such as operating boilers, generators, heating, air conditioning, exhaust systems and associated equipment. Through the site Building Automation System (BAS) monitors, building alarms, adjusts systems temperatures, pressures, flows to maintain safe, efficient and comfortable facility. Performs trades duties approaching the journeyman level in one or a variety of trades areas such as electrical, plumbing, mechanical and carpentry in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Certificate of competency as a 4th Class Power Engineer recognized by the Province of BC. Two years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid BC Drivers License.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.