Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 226096

Location:
Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital Department: FMS Plant Operations VRH Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 2 Union: CUPE Support Position Posting Closing Date: 18-Nov-26 About the Opportunity Reporting to the Chief Power Engineer & Assistant Manager on a 24-hour rotating shift basis, the 3rd Class Power Engineer troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and monitors all steam plant equipment and supports facility general maintenance as regulations permit. This position is responsible for maintenance and repair work on equipment as directed by his/her supervisor which can include the boiler plant, chiller plant, water treatment plant and facility as regulations permit. The operator oversees all energy production during

working hours
and is responsible for maintaining constant production from the plant to the entire facility, following the Nova Scotia Boiler & Pressure Equipment Regulations. In special circumstances where approved, this position may be required to temporarily perform duties of a position with a higher-class or lower-class Power Engineer license to ensure coverage. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• 3rd Class Power Engineer License to operate as issued by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour
• Proof of a current license is required prior to interview
• In depth knowledge of building mechanical systems, including medical gas/vacuum systems
• Knowledge of labour and safety codes




• Ability to lift in excess of 40 lbs (18 kg)
• Travel to other sites may be required Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours
• Casual relief, no guaranteed hours Compensation and Benefits ⁠$33.05
- $33.59 Hourly What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver cutting-edge, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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