Black & McDonald’s Facilities Management & Operations team in BC is growing! If you are a hands-on, customer service-oriented, and technically-inclined professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The FMO Electrician position is located at Kelowna General Hospital in Kelowna, BC and reports directly to the Chief Engineer, Facility Supervisor & Facility Manager.
Under specific direction, , the FMO Electrician responds to tenant requests, performs preventive maintenance inspections and makes repairs to ensure continuing operation. The position also requires compliance with Black & McDonald codes of conduct, health, safety and environmental policies and safe work practices along with any client specific protocol. This position is based on a Monday-Friday day shift schedule with participation in the on-call after hours rotation.
- Respond to tenant requests & improvements
- Preform preventative maintenance duties as assigned
- Respond with the team on demand and in emergency to address issues promptly
- Perform maintenance and repair duties to a variety of electrical systems such as;
- Motors, VSD’s, breakers, control circuits, fixtures, appliances, lighting
- Generators, Chillers, AHU’s, Medical Air systems
- Electrical & electro/pneumatic control devices
- Oversee HV breaker, generator and power distribution servicing
- Perform routine inspections and tests on building electrical vaults and related electrical equipment
- Ensure annual electrical service requirements are met and documented
- Participate in generator testing and other electrical repairs and preventative maintenance as required
- Provide technical expertise to project work as required
- Ensure all work areas are maintained in a clean and safe working condition
- Ensure availability of inventoried parts for maintenance of system equipment
- Ensure standard operating procedures, preventative maintenance activities and any other relevant guidelines are maintained, stored correctly and strictly adhered to with suggestions offered to update as appropriate
- Ensure that any required documentation is accurate and complete
- Regularly communicate health, safety and environmental issues or concerns
- Ensure “Toolbox Talks” and other related information is clearly understood and effectively communicated to the relevant parties
- Ensure a safe working environment and adhere to all relevant health, safety and environmental policies and procedures by all stakeholders
- Other duties as required to ensure stable and safe operation of facilities
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Communicates Effectively
- Continuous Learning
- Customer Focus
- Problem Solving and Innovation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Values and Respects Others
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Red Seal Electrician Certification required
- FSR B Certification required
- The following certifications/designations would be considered an asset:
- FSR A certification
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Experience as an electrician in a health care facility or commercial building operation
- Strong background and hands on experience repairing various items; Mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, Electrical, or DDC control systems
- Experience in high voltage distribution systems would be an asset
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Blueprint reading
- Understanding of practices, procedures and techniques
- Organization and time management skills
- Proficient user of:
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
- JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system
- DSI platform
- Must have valid BC Driver’s License
- Must be able to pass RCMP Criminal Record Check
- Must be able to work in confined spaces
- Must be able to lift up to 30 kg (bending and lifting is required)
Expected compensation for this role is a starting pay range between $44.45-$47.40/hour in accordance with union rates (dependent on skills and experience and trade certifications).
We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.