Job Description

Location: Bell Island - Dr. Walter Templeman Hospital

Trades Worker II - Power Engineer
Facilities Management
Temporary, Full Time (until August 31, 2024, with the possibility of extension)
09344DIF
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8-hour shifts; days, nights, evenings, weekends; standby; on-call * must report to work within 30 minutes when on-call)
Salary CG-29 ($26.54 - $29.48)
Competition Number 2024001375
Posted Date 22 February 2024
Closing Date 29 February 2024

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Trades Worker II - Power Engineer operates high pressure steam plants and auxiliary equipment such as steam boilers, hydronic boilers, air handling units, cooling systems, related system controls, heat exchangers, chillers, medical gas systems, compressed air systems, emergency power systems, uninterruptible power supply systems, and reverse osmosis system. The Trades Worker II performs regular checks and verifies correct operation of safety controls for systems described; performs demand and preventative maintenance on boilers and other equipment/systems as needed and operates various power tools. They calibrate equipment/machinery; record and interpret readings of all plant equipment and various systems; maintain records; perform chemical tests on water systems for boilers and other equipment and test emergency power system. The Trades Worker will schedule and prepare for annual inspection and cleaning of high pressure steam boilers, hot water tanks, motors and pumps. They will also provide training to students and new employees. This position works independently on shift and is responsible for the plant and other assigned equipment/systems.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Constantly lifts, carries or moves objects up to 11 lbs, regularly between 11 - 44 lbs and occasionally over 44 lbs.
Regularly requires physical effort using tools that require accurate control and steadiness; maintaining physical balance, standing, walking, climbing, using gross and fine motor skills, and working in awkward or cramped positions requiring strength and/or endurance.
Work is impacted by time pressures/deadlines, interruptions and lack of control over work
pace as priorities change, services being interrupted, etc.

Job Qualifications
Successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
A valid fourth (4th) Class Power Engineer\'s Certificate as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is required.
Class 5 Drivers License is a condition of employment.
Experience in Power Engineering is preferred.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPEHS Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. . If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPEHS Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

NL Health Services is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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