Salary Range

The salary range for this position is CAD $37.72 - $37.72 / hour

Detailed Overview

Under the general supervision of the Chief Power Engineer, performs a variety of operational and maintenance duties on hospital equipment, buildings and grounds in a computerized building systems environment.

Responsibilities

- Refers at regular intervals to the information provided by the computerized building automation system to ensure that the HVAC systems and equipment are functioning properly. Responds and remedies abnormalities by operating the computer and/or adjusting instrumentation as required.
- Operates, troubleshoots and maintains, within capabilities, all equipment associated with the following major systems: a) Steam and hot water boilers b) Heating ventilating air conditioning (HVAC) c) Emergency power d) Medical gas and all utilities e) Refrigeration f) Communication
- Makes rounds of mechanical rooms and areas to ensure that all equipment is operating safely and efficiently. Records readings, abnormalities, and other pertinent information on appropriate log sheets.
- Following a preventative maintenance program, inspects, services or overhauls a multitude of hospital equipment and machinery such as pumps, fans, air compressors, sterilizers, and dietary equipment, by oiling, greasing, welding, repairing and replacing items such as valves, bearings, seals, packing and filters.
- Transcribes data from manuals and nameplates onto equipment control form and performs electrical and mechanical safety inspections on fixed equipment, new capital equipment, and patient equipment by visual inspection and using testers such as volt meter, amp meter and leakage tester. Ensures compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Identifies nature of malfunction of equipment and appliances such as wheelchairs, paging systems, toasters, food mixers and blenders; performs electrical mechanical repairs by disassembling motors and equipment, cleaning, oiling, greasing and replacing parts such as brushes,



elements, bearings, filters, and wires and soldering connections; installs items such as timers, switches, receptacles and ballasts and changes circuits; performs safety checks on electrical appliances for defects such as faulty wires and improper grounding.
- Repairs furniture such as tables, cupboards and shelves; repairs items such as walls, doors, floors, ceilings and windows by applying materials such as drywall, wood panelling, floor and ceiling coverings and glass.
- Replaces plumbing fixtures such as sinks and toilets; repairs plumbing fixtures such as water supply lines and waste lines. Frees clogged drains and toilets.
- Prepares surfaces for painting and applies paint and other finishes by brush, roller and/or spray; removes and replaces coverings such as tiles, linoleum and carpets.
- Inspects, tests and maintains fire alarm systems and all other fire fighting equipment.
- Responds to service and emergency calls, assesses and performs repairs on buildings, grounds and a multitude of hospital equipment.
- Under the direction of the Chief Power Engineer, performs minor alterations, and renovations to buildings, equipment and grounds. May liaise with outside contractors with major alterations and renovations of buildings, grounds and equipment.
- Clears snow and salts sidewalks, walkways and grounds as requirement.
- Assists in maintaining security and a protected environment within the hospital complex.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Certificate of competency as a 4th Class Power Engineer recognized by the Province of B.C.

Four years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

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

📌 Shift Engineer/Maintenance Worker (Canada)
🏢 Fraser Health
📍 Canada