Mechanical Room Mechanic

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.  At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Room Mechanic to join our Maintenance and Engineering team.

Employment Status: CasualHours of Work: Rotating shifts, 12 hours, days/evenings/nights/weekendsLocation: Finch (with cross site coverage based on operational needs). Labour Group: NOWUReporting Relationship: Manager, Maintenance and EngineerHourly Rate: $$36.022-36.554

Position Responsibilities:

• The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of Legacy Site Hospital infrastructure equipment and systems.
• Operates and maintains all mechanic equipment such as steam boilers, compressors, generators, air conditioning, H.V.A.C units and other related building equipment and systems.
• Inspects, installs, repairs, and replaces pipes, fittings, and maintains heating, water and drainage systems.
• Documents and records readings from equipment in the appropriate log book or data bank.
• Performs chemical tests on boilers, air conditioning, heating, water softeners, and applies chemicals as needed.
• Cleans and changes filters as required
• Performs routine repair duties in the kitchen, C.S.R, and Operating Room
• Performs routine duties in the mechanical rooms
• Performs Daily or Nightly rounds of equipment and systems and records readings on the Rounds Cards
• Cleans, lubricates, and checks belts, steam traps, and pumps
• Performs all maintenance duties throughout the Hospital after hours and on weekends when the Maintenance Department is closed
• Participates in all departmental training programs including but not limited to, Asbestos Awareness and Lock Out/Tag Out
• Ensures personal protective equipment is properly utilized and maintained
• Actively participates in all Hospital Codes (either tests or real) directly related to Engineering & Maintenance involvement.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Building Environmental Systems I or II program, Facilities or Industrial Maintenance Mechanic program, or education in a related field required
• Previous experience in a large institution working with HVAC, Med Gas, Life Safety systems, and other infrastructure equipment is required, preferrably in a healthcare hospital setting
• Fourth class stationary engineer is an asset
• Ability to perform a variety of duties according to specific assignments
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with staff and patients
• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instruction
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.

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