Vancouver, Canada
Regular,Full-Time
Program
Share on social media
Category
Support Services
Requisition number
202731E
Date posted
09/16/2026
Maintenance Power Engineer 3rd Class
Building Service Equipment & Maintenance - BC Children's & Women's Hospital
Vancouver, BC
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Maintenance Power Engineer 3rd Class operates, maintains, repairs and modifies elements, components and appliances associated with the steam distribution, steam condensate, hot water heating, heating ventilation and air conditioning, medical air/vacuum, and mechanical power generation systems at a 3rd Class Power Engineer’s level in conformance with accepted regulatory codes, Worksafe BC regulations and established Hospital policies and procedures. This position also provides vacation and sickness relief for the in Steam Generation Plant as required.
What You’ll Do
- Liaise with the Steam and Mechanical Systems Supervisor to receive direction on operational strategies and maintenance tasks associated with the following building systems; steam distribution, steam condensate, hot water heating, heating ventilation and air conditioning(HVAC), medical air/vacuum, and mechanical power generation systems.
- Determine necessary materials, tools and equipment required to perform each task. Refer to blueprints and shop drawings to minimize operating impacts in patient care areas prior to any work start. Consult with end users when requiring to access and work in any patient care areas. Ensure all work assignments are executed in conformance with current regulatory codes, Worksafe BC regulations and established Hospital standards while maintaining a clean work space.
- Monitor and adjust Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning building systems by operating a variety of mechanical , pneumatic and/or electronic control systems and performing such tasks as altering systems operating parameters and schedules; repair and calibrate various system components and maintain appropriate activity logs.
- Perform preventive maintenance, demand maintenance and alteration work on steam and hot water distribution system components including but not limited to piping, insulation, valves, expansion joints, seals, pressure reducing stations, pneumatic and electric motorized control components, steam & hot water appliances, chemical feed piping and pumps, radiators, coils, tube bundles and heat exchangers, sterilizers, steam traps, gauges, flow meters.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repair work on condensate return piping systems, condensate isolating valves, check valves, steam traps, strainers, receivers and associated condensate pumping units, and flow meters.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repair work on HVAC equipment relating to air handling units, air filters, humidifiers, heating and cooling coils, control valves, air dampers, hot water circulating pumps and air plenums.
- Operate and maintain closed and open water loop systems such as hot water heating, and chilled and condenser water systems, including monitoring, adjusting and logging of control parameters plus the preventive maintenance and repair to distribution piping, pumps, valves, motorized and pneumatic control valves, chemical feed systems, heat exchangers, chillers and cooling towers.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on central sterilization and reprocessing (CSR) sterilizers including their electronic and mechanical controls by analyzing faults in equipment controls and components and making repairs and/or modifications as required. Seek authorization from the immediate supervisor to requisition replacement parts and/or specialized contractor services from appropriate vendors as required.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on steam/hot water appliances such as but not limited to glass washers, cage washers, stills, cart washers, pasteurizers and bed pan washers by analyzing faults in equipment controls and components and making repairs and/or modifications as required. Seek authorization from the immediate supervisor to requisition replacement parts and/or specialized contractor services from appropriate vendors as required.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on medical air compressors/driers, medical vacuum pumps and their respective pipe distribution systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all auxiliary power diesel generator engine sets and associated fuel oil storage and delivery equipment and provide necessary adjustments or repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on instrument air compressors, air receivers, associated piping and their filtration systems.
- Respond to daily trouble calls as received by the Department associated with above areas of responsibilities. Advise originator of resolution when completed or call status should a delay ensue. Communicates requirement for specialized resources to the immediate supervisor or manager.
- Perform preventive maintenance work orders as generated by the computerized maintenance management system and assigned by the Steam and Mechanical Supervisor in all areas of responsibilities including documentation of historical information for each completed work order prior to submittal to maintenance clerk for work order close-out.
- Provide vacation and sickness relief in Steam Generation Plant when required in the capacity of Assistant Shift Engineer.
- Read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings and specifications as they relate to the steam/mechanical disciplines with the view to provide feedback and recommendations to the Steam and Mechanical Supervisor on any system modifications or enhancements.
- Maintain an inventory of supplies, equipment, and tools; evaluates/recommends purchase of same to the Steam and Mechanical Supervisor.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What you bring
- Graduation from a recognized program in power engineering plus four years, recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certificate of competency as a 3rd Class Power Engineer.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings. This involves familiarity and understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within Building Service Equip Maintenance contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study - BC Human Rights Code, BC Anti-racism Act and how they intersect across the health care system
Core Competencies
- Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
- Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).
Skills & Knowledge
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
- Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.
What We Bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Wage: $41.59 / Hour
Location: 4500 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3N1
Closing Date: Applicants accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: 07:00-15:00 (Monday to Friday)
Requisition #: 202731E
What We Do
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.
Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.
One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at
[email protected].
Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
Attention Current Employees Of PHSA
You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca.
The internal job posting expires on
August, 21, 2026 and will no longer be accessible. If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail
[email protected] with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant.
Please do not apply for the external job posting.
If you have not yet set up an internal profile, please e-mail
[email protected] with your PHSA employee ID number to obtain your temporary password. Our business hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, excluding Statutory Holidays and a Help Desk Representative will respond to you with 1-2 business days.
If you are not a current employee of PHSA and require assistance with your application, please contact the External Careers team at [email protected].
Apply Save job
Back to search result
SVG
Internal job portal
Current employees must apply through the internal job portal (link is external) .
If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail
[email protected] (link sends email) with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant. Please do not apply for the external job posting.
SVG
PHSA’s values and Coast Salish Teachings
PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. PHSA’s values are: Compassion, Respect, Equity, Courage, Innovation. In addition, PHSA accepted six Coast Salish Teachings from Coast Salish Knowledge Keeper Shane Pointe, Siem Te’ta-in.
Learn more about PHSA’s values and teachings
Back to top
Sign up for job alerts
SVG
Learn about new career opportunities
Be the first to know about new jobs at PHSA with recent postings sent straight to you!
Email Address
Job Categories
Call Taker / DispatcherClerical/Secretarial Administrative/Administrative Resource TeamCommunicationsCommunity Health ServicesData AnalyticsDentalDentistryFinance / PayrollHealth Information ManagementHuman Resources/ OH&S / EducationIndigenous HealthInformation TechnologyLab PathologyLegal, Privacy, and RiskManagementMedical ImagingMedical LeadershipMedical Staff - OtherMental HealthMental Health Support ServicesMolecular Imaging and TherapyNew Grad NurseNursing/Licensed Practical NurseNutritionOperations & Strategy ManagementParamedicPatient Care Support ServicesPharmacyPhysiciansProject ManagementPsychiatryPsychologyQuality and SafetyRadiation TherapyResearchRespiratory TherapyRespiratory Therapy Social WorkSonographySupply Chain/Purchasing/LogisticsSupport ServicesTherapy ServicesTrades
Call Taker / Dispatcher
Clerical/Secretarial Administrative/Administrative Resource Team
Communications
Community Health Services
Data Analytics
Dental
Dentistry
Finance / Payroll
Health Information Management
Human Resources/ OH&S / Education
Indigenous Health
Information Technology
Lab Pathology
Legal, Privacy, and Risk
Management
Medical Imaging
Medical Leadership
Medical Staff - Other
Mental Health
Mental Health Support Services
Molecular Imaging and Therapy
New Grad Nurse
Nursing/Licensed Practical Nurse
Nutrition
Operations & Strategy Management
Paramedic
Patient Care Support Services
Pharmacy
Physicians
Project Management
Psychiatry
Psychology
Quality and Safety
Radiation Therapy
Research
Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory Therapy
Social Work
Sonography
Supply Chain/Purchasing/Logistics
Support Services
Therapy Services
Trades
Select the job categories you want to be notified for. You can optionally select one or more locations as well to limit the alerts you receive to jobs in those locations.
Locations
AbbotsfordBurnabyCampbell RiverChilliwackCoquitlamCourtenayCranbrookDawson CreekDuncanFernieFort St. JohnHopeKamloopsKelownaLadnerLangleyMaple RidgeMissionNanaimoNelsonNew WestminsterNorth VancouverNorthern BcOliverParksvillePembertonPentictonPort CoquitlalmPort CoquitlamPort MoodyPowell RiverPrince GeorgeRichmondSaanichtonSalmon ArmSecheltSquamishSurreyVancouverVernonVictoriaWhistlerWhite Rock
Abbotsford
Burnaby
Campbell River
Chilliwack
Coquitlam
Courtenay
Cranbrook
Dawson Creek
Duncan
Fernie
Fort St. John
Hope
Kamloops
Kelowna
Ladner
Langley
Maple Ridge
Mission
Nanaimo
Nelson
New Westminster
Northern Bc
North Vancouver
Oliver
Parksville
Pemberton
Penticton
Port Coquitlalm
Port Coquitlam
Port Moody
Powell River
Prince George
Richmond
Saanichton
Salmon Arm
Sechelt
Squamish
Surrey
Vancouver
Vernon
Victoria
Whistler
White Rock
Your personal information is collected, used, and disclosed only for the purposes of delivering updates to you about career opportunities. Provincial Health Services Authority collects your information as authorized under section 26 (c) of the British Columbia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). By submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our privacy policy and consent to receive email communication from PHSA. You may unsubscribe at any time.
I accept terms of service
Current employees must apply through the internal job portal (link is external) .
If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail
[email protected] (link sends email) with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant. Please do not apply for the external job posting.
PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. PHSA’s values are: Compassion, Respect, Equity, Courage, Innovation. In addition, PHSA accepted six Coast Salish Teachings from Coast Salish Knowledge Keeper Shane Pointe, Siem Te’ta-in.
