Building Mechanic

Union:UNIFOR Service

Location:KW Campus

Department:Plant Maintenance

Work Type:Full Time

Shift:UNIFOR FT - 7 am - 3 pm

Summary:
The Mechanic is expected to maintain, troubleshoot and repair the various types of equipment located throughout the Hospital. The equipment included, but it not restricted to are: heating and ventilation, pumps, refrigeration, medical gas, Special Processing Department, beds, wheel chairs, mobility equipment and kitchen equipment. Contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Qualifications:

• Millwright license is required;
• Grade 12 or equivalent;
  
• Minimum 5 years experience in a maintenance department preferably in a hospital setting
  
• Knowledge of the Occupational health and Safety Act
  
• Building Environment Systems (BES) Certificate an asset;
  
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems an asset;
  
• Knowledge in HVAC controls, compressors, motors, gears, valves, electric and pneumatic actuators, hydraulics, mechanical drives, and other related equipment;
  
• Must have experience in arc and gas welding;
  
• Excellent vision and hand/eye coordination is required for fine work;
  
• Read and comprehend written reports and drawings;
  
• Must be computer literate to be able to work with Windows based programs;
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders and the general public
  
• Ability to work well in a team environment;
  
• Motivated individual who can work unsupervised;
  
• Good attendance record.
  
  

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.