Job Description

\xe2\x80\x8bReq ID: 153495
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital
Department: FMS Operations NSH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: NSGEU Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 25-Apr-23

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We\'re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there\'s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you\'ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Power Engineer - Nova Scotia Hospital, and on a 24-hour rotating shift basis, the 2nd Class Power Engineer, once trained in the operation of each plant he/she will be assigned to safely operate and maintain a Central Heating Plant (CHP) and all its auxiliary equipment at the Halifax Infirmary under the direction of that plant Chief. In accordance with all applicable codes and regulations, the 2nd Class Power Engineer monitors the steam boilers and distribution system, central refrigeration plants and all ventilation systems through the building energy management system. This position is responsible for receiving and taking appropriate action for resolution of urgent building related calls during silent hours, including holidays and weekends.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Interprovincial Second Class Power Engineer License.
• Two years\' experience in a high pressure plant (steam) and associated equipment.
• Travel to other sites may be required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, full-time position; 80 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Incentives

$31.10 - $35.10 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Successful candidates may also be eligible for a signing bonus and relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

This position is currently eligible for a Market Adjustment of approximately $192.31 biweekly. Eligibility for a Market Adjustment is reviewed periodically.

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit

\xe2\x80\x8bThis is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.

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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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