Rehab Mechanical Specialist - Machinist

at  Health Sciences Centre

Requisition ID: 366434
Position Number: 20009260
Posting End Date: September 24, 2024
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Health Sciences Centre
Department / Unit: HSC Assistive Tech Products & Services
Job Stream: Non-Clinical
Union: CUPE
Anticipated Start Date: 10/07/2024

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Direct clinical service delivery.
• Documentation associated with clinical service delivery.
• Education and Research.
• Safety - ongoing as part of all responsibilities.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in welding and sheet metal required.
• Experience in automotive repairs and adaptation preferred.
• Experience using all types of machine shop equipment required (e.g. lathes, milling machines, metal bending equipment, precision measuring tools and a variety of other machinery and hand tools required.
• Experience in working with a large variety of materials (ABS, polyurethane, different foams, steel, aluminum, wood, etc.) required.
• Experience working with disabled persons preferred.
• Experience in assessing and solving-problems of wheelchair seating preferred.

EDUCATION (DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, or equivalent.
• Certified Red Seal Machinist with a minimum of 3 Years Journeyperson Experience required.
• 2-year Manufacturing Technician Diploma or one-year Precision Metal Machining Certificate preferred.
• Welding, Fabrication, Repair, and Basic CNC Design and Programming with regards to a wide range of materials required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Self-Motivated and ability to work individually or in a team environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Customer service focus with regards to patient/therapist interactions.
• Ability to work under stress, adapt to a busy environment, and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent precision machining and bench skills.
• Proficiency in word processing/email allocation (outlook, excel, word).
• Basic knowledge of mastercam X Software to control Haas Tm-1 Mini Mill.
• Professional with regards to work, clients and coworkers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Mental and physical health must be sufficient to meet the demands of the job.
  We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.
  Interested candidates should select the “Apply” icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process