Casual Engineer/Trades

Closing Date: September 10, 2025 10:31 AM

 

The Dryden Regional Health Centre is seeking to fill the following position with a highly motivated, team-orientated professional:

Casual Engineer/ Trades

Reporting to the Director - Facilities & Infrastructure Risk, the Engineer/Trades plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of Dryden Regional Health Centre's facilities. This position is responsible for the inspection, operation, and maintenance of boilers, HVAC, plumbing, and other essential building services that support patient care and hospital operations.

The role is hands-on and highly varied, requiring flexibility across multiple trades. From troubleshooting alarms on the Building Management System to carrying out preventative maintenance and emergency response, the Engineer/Trades ensures uninterrupted service and safety for patients, staff, and visitors. Success in this role demands strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and compliance with all regulatory standards.

Responsibilities:

• Trouble shoot Building Management System and respond to System alarms generated through participation in the off hours on-call program maintained by the Engineering Department
• Maintain steam supply, hot water, heat, and cooling to the facility
• Monitor performance of building systems through inspection and the Building Management System
• Maintain as required all boilers and all related equipment
• Perform work orders and participate in the preventative maintenance program as required
• Perform steam boiler chemical tests on daily basis and tests monthly
• Maintain supply and delivery of both liquid and bottled gas levels
• Follow all Fire, Health and Safety, Electrical Safety Authority, and T.S.S.A. regulations and procedures

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following key competencies, record of experience and academic preparation:

• 4th Class Operating Engineer Certificate or equivalent certification in an appropriate field of building services (i.e. Plumbing, HVAC, electrical, mechanical systems)
• Experience in plumbing, mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional trouble shooting capabilities
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proven Attendance record
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Dryden Regional Health Centre's Code of Conduct and Standards of Behaviour
• Demonstrates DRHC Core Values; Accountability, Integrity, Humility, Compassion and Respect
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination to presented prior to hire

This is Union position, compensation is per CBA; starting salary is $38.39/ per hour plus up to 17% in lieu of vacation & benefits. Applicants are requested to forward a completed resume and cover letter to: hr@drhc.on.ca

This posting will remain open until September 10, 2025. We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted. Applications will be reviewed as received, final selection may occur prior to closing

The Dryden Regional Health Centre recognizes that it is situated on lands of the Metis and Anishnaabe peoples of Migisi Sahgaigan, Wabigoon, and Wabauskang First Nations. We give gratitude and honor to the Ancestors, Elders, and all Anishnaabe and Metis people for sharing their resources and knowledge. As a community Health Centre, we remember that we serve the people of Treaty #3. Our goal is to improve the health of all our citizens.

The Dryden Regional Health Centre is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. As a French Language Designated Service provider, we welcome applications from bilingual candidates.

Where needed, accommodations for disabilities will be provided, on request, to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.

 

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