Assistant Shift Engineer - Third Class

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.99 / Hr. - CAD $41.99 / Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as an Assistant Shift Engineer - Third Class with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Assistant Shift Engineer - Third Class to join the Power Plant team at Vancouver General Hospital.

Apply today to join our team!

As an Assistant Shift Engineer - Third Class you will :

Work under the direction of the Shift Engineer - Second Class to operate, repair and maintain a high pressure (600psig+), high temperature (750 F Superheat), primary combined cycle, parallel co-generation thermal Power Plant with currently installed capacity of 2890 boiler horsepower, as required by the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Act and Regulations to produce steam and primary power;

including the operations of boilers, feed water pumps, turbines, power distribution centres and related auxiliary equipment which changes as Plant operating and site strategies evolve, and currently includes : 600 psig Boilers150 psig Boilers1MW 4160 volt turbo-generators1000 psig feed water pumps(225 KW and 500 KW) diesel generators440V, 4160V and 12800V transformers and switchgear1600KW stand-by generators

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Grade 12 plus three years' recent related experience in a second class industrial plant.
• Third (3rd) Class Power Engineer's Certificate of Competency.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to deal with effectively with others.
• Ability to read and interpret single line drawings.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine.

Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents.

At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families.

We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care.

We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.