Electrician, Facilities Management & Planning - Permanent Full-Time

This position will be for the evening shift from the hours of 2:30 pm -11:00 pm. Please Note: If you are a current CHEO employee with access to Workday, please apply to this posting via the Workday application as an internal applicant using the Jobs Hub. To successfully apply for this position, please submit your application by 11:59 pm the day before the advertised closing date in the posting to ensure your application is received. Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to nearly 4,500 staff and physicians dedicated to helping children and youth live their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named as the best place to work in Canadian healthcare by Forbes Magazine and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 10th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario. POSITION SUMMARY This position is an important role that is responsible for the planning, installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance of the electrical and mechanical equipment and within the CHEO facility. Sometimes this is through a contractor, but the Electrician has main role in the design, coordination, and implementation of this work. Includes department and capital projects. An Electrician at CHEO is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining the electrical systems that are used to support the operations of the facility. This may include electrical panels, wiring, lighting systems, and other electrical or HVAC equipment. They work closely with other members of the maintenance team to ensure that the systems are operating efficiently and safely, and they may be called upon to troubleshoot and fix any issues that arise. In addition to technical skills, electricians in a healthcare setting should have good communication skills, as they may be required to work closely with clinicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure that the electrical systems meet the needs of the facility. They should also be able to work independently and be able to prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet the demanding needs of CHEO. JOB DESCRIPTION: • Electrical Safety • Inspect every electrical device that shows up at CHEO • Investigate any smells or concerns related to electrical safety • Assures work area is kept safe and clean • Typical normal voltage work (~120V) that includes lighting/outlets • Inspection and maintain existing • Replace items that have failed • Install new items that are required through tenant requests • Emergency Power • Similar to normal voltage work • Weekly testing of the generators and basic PMs for the equipment • ESA inspections and reporting • Keep ESA book up to date of any added equipment or devices • Work with ESA to maintain safety and standards • Preventative Maintenance of electrical systems • Complete scheduled maintenance on all electrical components at CHEO • Includes verifying contractor work for systems that service contractors do • Help develop and update maintenance plans for electrical equipment • Technical support with project and planning teams • As many projects are ongoing the need to provide technical information on the systems at CHEO is required to ensure standards are maintained in the organization and continuation of technical information QUALIFICATIONS: • Criminal Record Check (Essential) • Candidate must hold a valid National Journeyman Electrician Certificate (Red Seal) (Essential) • Minimum of 5 years and valid qualifications as a National Journeyman Electrician (Red Seal (Essential) • Experience in Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities (Preferred) • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems (Preferred) • Comprehension of fire alarm systems (Preferred) • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings. (Preferred) • Demonstrated mechanically inclined and electronically inclined. (Preferred) • Demonstrated computer, office, and word processing skills. (Preferred) • Demonstrated ability to work with power and hand tools. (Preferred) • Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail. (Preferred) • Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-skilled environment. (Preferred) • Demonstrated ability to work on inter-disciplinary project teams. (Preferred) • Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills. (Preferred) • Must be available to work scheduled overtime and participate in rotational after-hours coverage up to four times annually (Essential) • Fluently bilingual in French and English (Preferred) • Please note you will be represented by the Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA). Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested. CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants. Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at talentacquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire. CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Upon hiring, presentation of government issued documentation confirming full vaccination must be provided, or presentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.