POWER ENGINEER IV

Northern Health; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Moving expense support

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Power Engineer 4 for Dawson Creek and District Hospital. The PW4 will operate, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on boilers, air conditioning units, emergency power systems, and related equipment, while supervising maintenance staff and coordinating contractors.

The role requires a 4th Class Power Engineer certificate, Grade 10 education with four years' related experience, and a valid BC driver's license.

Qualifications

• 4th Class Power Engineer certification or higher.
• Grade 10 education with 4 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver’s License.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair and perform preventative maintenance on boilers, air conditioning units, emergency power and related equipment.
• Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on the facility's plant, buildings and equipment.
• Supervise maintenance workers and designated staff; manage contractors and projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Blueprint reading

Planning & organizing

Physical stamina

Equipment operation

Education

4th Class Power Engineer

Grade 10

Job description

Position Summary

We are currently looking for a hard working and dedicated Power Engineer to fill a position at the Dawson Creek and District Hospital. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Power Engineer 4 (PW4) operates, repairs and carries out preventative maintenance on the boilers, air conditioning units, emergency power and other related equipment of the facility. Performs mechanical maintenance, repairs, and replacement duties related to the physical plant, buildings, and equipment approaching various journeyman trades qualifications. Supervises other maintenance workers and designated staff as required. Manages contractors and projects as required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

Qualfications

• Certificate of competency as a 4th Class Power Engineer.
• Grade 10 plus four (4) years’ recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Driver’s License.

Skills and Abilities:

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

Where you will be working:

Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Dawson Creek and District Hospital. Construction is underway on the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in Spring 2027. This state-of-the-art facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded and enhanced services to meet the growing needs of the community. Designed with innovation and comfort in mind, the new hospital represents a transformative step forward in health care for the region. Join us now and be part of this exciting transition to the new facility! To learn more, visit Let's Talk DCDH.

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.