Posted 2 months ago
Power Engineer 3/Maintenance Worker V
@ Island Health
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a Power Engineer 3 / Maintenance Worker V on a per diem basis to operate, maintain and repair the site power plant and related systems. The work covers boilers, generators, heating, air conditioning and exhaust systems, monitored through a Building Automation System. A Certificate of competency as a 3rd Class Power Engineer and a Class 5 BC driver's licence are required.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain boilers, generators, heating, air conditioning and exhaust systems
- Monitor and adjust temperatures, pressures and flows through the Building Automation System
- Perform trades duties approaching journeyman level in electrical, plumbing, mechanical or carpentry
- Maintain and repair power plant equipment across assigned SI VIHA facilities
Requirements summary:
- BC 3rd Class Power Engineer certificate of competency
- Two years' recent related experience or equivalent education and training
- Valid Class 5 BC driver's licence
- Ability to read blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Physical ability to perform the duties
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | 3rd Class Power Engineer |
| Driver’s licence | required |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,246 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reports to the Chief Power Engineer or designate. Operates, maintains and repairs site Power Plant and related equipment throughout the Facility or other SI VIHA facilities as assigned by performing duties such as operating boilers, generators, heating, air conditioning, exhaust systems and associated equipment. Through the site Building Automation System (BAS) monitors and adjusts systems temperatures, pressures and flows to maintain safe, efficient and comfortable. Performs trades duties approaching the journeyman level in one or a variety of trades areas such as electrical, plumbing, mechanical and carpentry in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. If applicable, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and the incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Certificate of competency as a 3rd Class Power Engineer recognized by the Province of B.C. Two years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD391.pdfJournal
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