General Maintenance Trade Specialty - Permanent Full-Time (Multi-Site)

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives.

ROLE 

• Perform general maintenance duties and trade-specific work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and hospital policies.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hospital systems, including
• Electrical (distribution, fixtures, devices, emergency power systems)
• HVAC (refrigeration, space cooling, equipment temperature control, humidity control)
• Carpentry (painting, cabinet repair, furniture repair and assembly)
• Plumbing (domestic water, sanitary and storm systems, medical vacuum/air support piping, fixtures, valves, pumps, and associated equipment)
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on critical building systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Monitor and respond to building system alarms and operational issues through the Building Automation System (BAS) or other monitoring systems.
• Participate in routine plant rounds to inspect mechanical spaces, identify deficiencies, and ensure equipment is functioning within normal operating parameters.
• Maintain and update maintenance records, preventative maintenance documentation, and work orders within the hospital’s maintenance management system.
• Assist with the installation, modification, and commissioning of mechanical equipment and systems as required.
• Support and collaborate with other maintenance trades (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general maintenance) to complete repairs and maintenance activities across the facility.
• Respond to maintenance service calls throughout the hospital in a timely manner, prioritizing urgent requests that may impact patient care, safety, or facility operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Ontario Licensed Tradesperson in a trade as a Plumber, Electrician, Refrigeration and HVAC, etc. Other Ontario Trade Licences may be considered
• 5 years of recent demonstrated experience in Construction and Maintenance in an industrial / hospital setting
• High degree of computer literacy. (e.g., MS Office and email, computerized maintenance systems, using portable devices, and performing internet technical research)
• Valid Driver's License
• Experience with automation or networked systems (nurse call, parking) (preferred)
• Familiar with BAS (Building Automation System) (preferred)

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Extended health benefits (permanent full-time)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location: Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Hours of Work: Must be available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and standby. Scheduling and hours are subject to change based on departmental needs in accordance with the collective agreement. Employees assigned to standby shifts are required to remain within a 30-minute driving distance of the hospital.

Recruitment Process

• Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date.  Please Note:  Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions  will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.
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• We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.
• Please note, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants in our recruitment process.

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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