Job Description

Location : Health Sciences Centre

TRADES WORKER II (REFRIGERATION MECHANIC)

Health Sciences Centre

Facilities Management

Permanent, Full-Time

05686POS

Hours 75 bi-weekly (8 hour days; nights; evenings; weekends; on-call) Salary CG-29 ($26.54- $29.48) Competition Number 2021006586 Posted Date 19 July 2022 Closing Date Open until filled.

About Us

Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary

The Trades Worker II (Refrigeration Mechanic) is a journeyperson level position that performs skilled work in the maintenance alteration, construction, and repair of sterilizers, refrigeration systems and other mechanical equipment. Work may also may involve welding, soldering and blue print reading and performing other related duties as required.

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

Graduation from High School or equivalent.

Successful completion of a Journeyperson's Certificate in Refrigeration Mechanics.

A minimum of three years of experience as a Refrigeration Mechanic is required.

Demonstrated strong time management, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

PLEASE NOTE : This is a reposted position. Those who have already applied, need not re-apply.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. Otherwise, if this is posted internal and external, we will accept all applications, but preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https : / / employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit your resume / cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries :

Telephone : (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693

Email : [email protected]. Applications / resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing [email protected] as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection and onboarding processes. We are happy to assist applicants requesting accommodation or support during the process. Please email [email protected] or call 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

All Eastern Health employees and new hires are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS : We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration / licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.