Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The Hospital Engineering Technologist I is responsible for the provision of primary support on $100 million worth of assets covering the Stanton Territorial Hospital, two (2) off site clinics, one staff house and several rental apartments. This position works within Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) acts and regulations, Stanton Territorial Hospital policy and procedure, and municipal building codes to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• The skills to operate and maintain all non-Biomedical assets at Stanton Territorial Hospital.
• Use of hand and power tools, along with skills in the application of maintenance materials and working in maintenance processes.
• Carry out technical repairs and services on electrical, electronic and mechanical systems, equipment, and devices, along with building structures and finishes.
• Troubleshooting to ensure corrective actions occur with an understanding of the impacts on the equipment, systems and clients.

Key Qualifications

• Technical preparation at the diploma or certificate level in the field of mechanical or power plant engineering technology, a minimum of a 5th class power engineering certificate of competency, and two (2) years of work experience, in a plant with a 5th class power engineering rating.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.