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At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.

Everything we do is grounded in our values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired. If you are seeking meaningful work in an organization where your contributions truly matter to patients, colleagues, and the broader community, you have come to the right place.

Current Shifts: Days 0700-1500, 0800-1600 or 0900-1700, Afternoons-1500-2300, (weekends included) and on-call rotation included

Location: 115 Delhi Street, Guelph, ON

Position Summary:

The Facilities Department ensures that the hospital’s equipment, spaces, structures, and infrastructure continue to support the hospitals mission of providing the highest possible quality care and experience for patients and their families.

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Power Plant Engineer is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the facility’s main infrastructure systems including boilers, chillers, water systems, building automation system and other related equipment of the facility in compliance with applicable codes and regulations. The Power Plant Engineer also performs repairs and maintenance throughout the facility and assists other skilled trades where required. The Power Plant Engineer works in accordance with the TSSA (Training Standards and Safety Authority) 4th Class Power Engineer training standards and GGH’s mission, vision, values and policies.

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow through a generous professional development program, including our education assistance fund and in-house learning initiatives
• Have access to a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, health and dental benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, and membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), with employer contributions matched at 126%.
• Be part of an organization that is deeply committed to the well being, safety, and psychological health of its workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through meaningful action
• Collaborate with a team of highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals united by a shared purpose

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Guelph, known as “The Royal City,” offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families.

• Expansive trails, rivers, and green spaces that support an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round
• A vibrant arts, culture, and music scene with nationally and internationally recognized events
• Diverse restaurants, cafés, and local craft breweries
• One of Ontario’s strongest and fastest growing economies
• Excellent education options, including both a university and college
• A welcoming, inclusive community with diverse cultures and centres of faith

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Current 4th Class Stationary Engineer Certification or 2 - 3 years recent experience working in a power plant
• Experience in health care buildings and power plant operations
• Plumbing, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic tube system knowledge and troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude preferred
• Troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of pneumatic tube system
• Ability to read blueprints
• Intermediate computer skills
• Physically able to do frequent bending, walking, standing and lifting up to a maximum of 50 lbs., able to climb ladders up to 20 feet
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated ability to operate, repair and maintain facility equipment such as, but not limited to: boilers, chillers, water conditioning equipment including water softeners and reverse osmosis systems, compressors, HVAC equipment and pumps
• Demonstrated knowledge of steam and condensate piping, equipment and systems, including mechanical equipment used to modify or transport steam or condensate
• Demonstrated knowledge of closed loop mechanical systems with the ability to perform chemical monitoring and make adjustments to these systems as required
• Availability for weekends and on-call when scheduled
• Demonstrated knowledge of Building Automation Systems would be an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in general plumbing, electrical and repairs of all hospital physical plant equipment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner as well as collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment including emergency situations
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with GGH staff, patients, families and physicians

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be supported, empowered, and valued, we encourage you to apply and explore how your career can grow at Guelph General Hospital.

This job posting is for a vacancy currently available. The hiring process can include the use of AI-enabled systems for administrative and candidate management purposes.

Guelph General Hospital is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to providing a respectful, safe, and supportive environment for all employees, free from discrimination and harassment.