Mechanic

Position Details

Posting #:  31681
Department:  Plant Maintenance - Building
Employee Type:  Regular, Full Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:  
Union:  CUPE
Openings Remaining:  1
Reason for Posting:  This position is for an existing vacancy.

Schedule

Work Days:  Monday to Friday
Time of Day:  Days, Afternoons
Shift:  7.5 hour
Shift Start:  8:00, 12:00 Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:  Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), Satellite Health Facility (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date:   Open until filled

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Mechanic provides a variety of maintenance services including installing, inspecting, repairing and maintaining equipment, machinery and building systems in proper working order.

QUALIFICATIONS
-Building Maintenance Mechanic (Community College 2 year Certificate Course), or equivalent Certificate of Qualification, or equivalent combination of education and experience
-Certificate of Qualification in a relevant mechanical/technical trade i.e. Millwright, Stationary Engineering, etc.
-2-years experience/training relevant to the mechanical/technical trades
-Ability to make calculations for installation and repair of equipment, and to assist other trades as necessary
-Aptitude for working with things and objects, and servicing various equipment
-Demonstrated knowledge of equipment and machinery typical to environment. with skill in welding and hydraulics
-Verbal and reading skill is necessary to read and understand schematic drawings and technical manuals, pertaining to operation and maintenance of equipment
-Must be capable of lifting heavy loads as well as constant standing, walking, and climbing ladders

RESPONSIBILITIES
-Responsible to check and repair mechanical devices such as pumps, conveyor systems, tubesystem, plumbing systems, etc
-Perform a variety of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance duties throughout the complex; clean and service equipment as necessary
-Uses hand and power tools and testing equipment
-Will work both inside and outside building
-Assist tradespeople and other workers in completing their tasks as requested
-Adhere to all safety regulations and ensures tools and work area are maintained to standard
-Participates as required in Hospital's Contingency plans for emergencies

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).