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Trades Worker II

@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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Newfoundland and Labrador

$27.61–$30.67/hr
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Overview

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a temporary call-in Trades Worker II (Power Engineer) at Carbonear General Hospital. The role operates and maintains high pressure steam plants, boilers, HVAC, medical gas, compressed air and emergency power systems, working independently on shift. Pay is CAD $27.61 to $30.67 per hour, with hours set by departmental needs.

Pay:

$27.61–$30.67 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Operate high pressure steam plants and auxiliary systems
  • Perform preventative and demand maintenance on boilers and equipment
  • Conduct chemical tests on water systems
  • Schedule annual boiler and tank inspections and cleaning
  • Train students and new employees

Requirements summary:

  • Valid 4th Class Power Engineer's Certificate (NL)
  • Class 5 driver's licence
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Power engineering experience preferred
  • Satisfactory work performance record

Tools & skills

power tools
Source and dates

Source type not verified · nlhs

Employer posting date
2024-10-14
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentAllied health
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Hospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · lift 44 lb · computer low
Licences & certifications4th Class Power Engineer's Certificate, Class 5 Drivers License
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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HeadquartersSt. John's
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Job description
Zone: Eastern Zone
Location: Carbonear General Hospital

Trades Worker II
Facilities Management
Temp Call-In
HoursThe hours of work will be determined by the needs of the department.
Salary(CAD $27.61 - CAD $30.67 per hour)
Competition NumberVAC0001730
Posted Date2024-10-08
Closing DateOpen until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications

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.

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