Salary

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

Job Summary

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We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields. Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits (eligibility based on employment status), including but not limited, to:

- Four weeks of vacation to start
- Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits
- Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan
- Maternity top-up (eligibility requirements to qualify)
- 50% subsidy on Translink passes *Advantages Eligibility based on employment status

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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

1. 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.
2. 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
3. Makesrounds 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Replaces plumbing fixtures such as sinks and toilets; repairs plumbing fixtures such as water supply lines and waste lines. Frees clogged drains and toilets.
9. 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.
10. Inspects, tests and maintains fire alarm systems and all other fire fighting equipment.
11. Responds to service and emergency calls, assesses and performs repairs on buildings, grounds and a multitude of hospital equipment.
12. 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.
13. Clears snow and salts sidewalks, walkways and grounds as requirement.
14. Assists in maintaining security and a safe environment within the hospital complex.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

📌 Shift Engineer/Maintenance Worker (Port Moody)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 Port Moody