Electronics Engineering Technologist - Facilities

at  Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital

COMPANY BIOGRAPHY

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.
People have always been OSMH’s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals’ contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Electronics Engineering Technologist is responsible for providing corrective and preventive maintenance, and installation of electronic and mechanical/electrical equipment throughout the hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in a recognized 3 year Electronics/Electrical Engineering Technologist Program required.
• Membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians & Technologists (OACETT) or willing to get within six (6) months of hire required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in direct practical repair with knowledge of solid state circuits and associated applications is required.
• Experience working in a Hospital/Healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience in repairing other mechanical components and equipment is preferred.
• Experience in repair and installation of computer equipment associated with Facilities Management systems is preferred.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and Ontario Electrical Safety Code.
• Demonstrated knowledge in nurse call systems, security systems, code white, and infant abduction systems specific to health care.
• Demonstrated sound leadership, resourcefulness, and communication skills in English both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated emotional stability, maturity, self-confidence, reliability, dependability, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions and accept supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to sustain pressure of work and flexibility in ordering/re-ordering priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently, independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints, specifications, and operational maintenance manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, organize, and complete work in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to extend courtesy and consideration for others in interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated professional manner in work setting.
• Demonstrates commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self Directed Learning Opportunities.

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.
All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.
As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.