Posted 10 days ago
4th Class Power Engineer - Maintenance and Operations
@ Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Digby, Nova Scotia
Overview
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health is hiring a casual 4th Class Power Engineer for FMS Plant Operations at Digby General Hospital. The engineer maintains, troubleshoots and repairs facility infrastructure, and operates and monitors the boiler and its systems under Nova Scotia Boiler & Pressure Equipment Regulations. The posting states casual relief with no guaranteed hours, paid $31.24 to $31.78 per hour.
Pay:
$31.24–$31.78 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot, maintain and repair facility infrastructure equipment
- Operate and monitor the boiler and associated systems
- Maintain building operations and mechanical systems
- Complete general maintenance tasks throughout the facility
Requirements summary:
- 4th Class Power Engineer licence from Nova Scotia Department of Labour
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- In-depth knowledge of building mechanical systems, including medical gas/vacuum
- Knowledge of labour and safety codes
- Ability to lift over 40 lbs (18 kg)
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 40 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | 4th Class Power Engineer |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, Newcomers to Canada, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
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We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you. Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia. Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
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- 10,666
- Reported office locations
- 1276 South Park Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2Y9, CA
- Business categories
- Hospital
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- Nova Scotia Healthcare System
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We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2015 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 240 |
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Req ID: 227121
Location: Western Zone, Digby General Hospital
Department: FMS Plant Operations DGH
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 1
Union: CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 10-Nov-26
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Chief Engineer and/or Assistant Manager, the 4th Class Engineer troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs facility infrastructure equipment and carries out maintenance and repair work as directed by the Chief or their designate. This position is responsible for all building operations and maintenance aspects of the facility infrastructure, and the operation and monitoring of the boiler and all associated systems and equipment following the Nova Scotia Boiler & Pressure Equipment Regulations. This position may be required to complete general maintenance tasks as required throughout the facility.
In special circumstances where approved. This position may be required to temporarily perform duties of a position with a higher-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
- 4th 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
$31.24 - $31.78 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 innovative, 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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