Zone: Central Zone
Location: JPM - James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, Gander

Trades Worker II
Central Zone - JPM Plant Maintenance
Permanent Full-time
43089POS
Hours 75 (8 hours; Days, On-Call, Weekends)
Salary CG29 (CAD27.07 - CAD30.07 per hour)
Competition Number VAC0003350
Posted Date 2024-12-12
Closing Date 2024-12-19
Demands, duties, qualifications
Definition of work:

This position is journey person level work in electrical. The Trades Worker II performs electrical work including installing, replacing or repairing electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components; troubleshoots boilers, boiler control systems and accessories, air handling units, refrigeration systems, air conditioning systems, pneumatic systems, and programmable digital controls; reads and interprets blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine requirements; orders material and supplies; performs preventative maintenance on various equipment and machines; liaises and communicates with contractors; provides training and mentorship to apprentices; and, other related duties including general maintenance and assisting other building trades may be required. Travel within the region to perform maintenance related duties may be required. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.

Physical Demands:

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):

Regularly lifts/moves object up to 25 lbs. Occasionally lifts/moves >50lbs. Push/Pulling forces up to 50lbsF are required.
Work repetitively involves reaching/stretching, bending and twisting; regular standing, walking, climbing, and being in awkward or cramped positions.
Use of gross and fine motor skills; constant use of hand tools that require accurate control and steadiness and maintaining physical balance (e.g. ladders/scaffolding).
Work Environments present potential for exposure to scented/chemical products and/or other allergens within publicly accessible areas.
Work environments can present exposure to loud noises or environmental hazards; potential for exposure to blood, bodily fluids and/or other contagion. Personal protective equipment is required for specific areas.
Maintaining a clean-shaven face can be mandated to ensure proper seal of personal protective equipment.

Required qualifications:

Graduation from high school with a diploma recognized by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.
Industrial/Commercial Electrical course from a recognized institute of technology approved by Central Health.
Journeyperson Certificate in Electrical.
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class IV Driver's License.
Demonstrated knowledge of building electrical codes, Asbestos, WHIMIS and Occupational Health and Safety, and removal of hazardous materials.
Demonstrated ability to:
Install various hardware.
Repair or calibrate machinery.
Operate a computer to prepare documents or access databases.
Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
Demonstrated knowledge of computers.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Consistent demonstration of NLHS core values; Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (I CARE).
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
A satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience working at a journeyperson level as an Electrician in a health care environment.