Company Bio
At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.
Located in the scenic town of Bancroft—on the edge of Algonquin Park—North Hastings Hospital (NHH) offers a perfect mix of career fulfillment and outdoor adventure. Enjoy a close-knit community, breathtaking nature, and year-round activities like snowmobiling, fishing, and water sports.
As the smallest and most rural of Quinte Health’s hospitals, NHH provides 24/7 emergency care (including emergency obstetrics), inpatient services, diagnostics, physiotherapy, and telemedicine—working closely with local and regional health teams.
At NHH, you're more than a healthcare provider—you’re family. Join a passionate, tight-knit team dedicated to making a difference every day!
Position Summary
Are you a licensed tradesperson looking for meaningful work where your skills make a difference every day?
Quinte Health is seeking a Facility Maintenance Representative to join our Facilities team. In this role, you'll help maintain the critical infrastructure that keeps our hospitals operating safely and efficiently. From HVAC and building automation systems to plumbing, mechanical equipment and medical gas systems, you'll work on a wide variety of equipment in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
This position offers the opportunity to work primarily Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with participation in an on-call rotation to support essential hospital operations.
As a full-time member of our team, you'll enjoy:
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive group benefits
- Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) – one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans
- Paid mileage between Quinte Health sites
- On-call, standby, call-back, travel and overtime compensation in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement
- Stable, year-round employment in an essential healthcare environment
Licensed tradespeople from industrial, commercial, institutional, and manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply. Previous healthcare experience is considered an asset but is not required.
If you're looking for a career where your trade directly supports patient care and the communities we serve, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Quinte Health?
At Quinte Health, Facilities professionals play a critical role in supporting patient care. Every repair, inspection and maintenance activity helps ensure our hospitals remain safe, reliable and operational 24 hours a day.
You'll join an experienced team where your trade is respected, your work is valued, and no two days are the same.
Required
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent)
- Current Certificate of Qualification in one of the following Ontario trades:
- 313A Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Facility Systems Technician (255B) or equivalent
- Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A)
- Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A)
- Construction Millwright (426A)
- Third-Class Operating Engineer
- Minimum three (3) years' related experience maintaining mechanical, electrical and building automation systems
- Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety practices and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
- Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Healthcare facility maintenance experience
- HVAC certification (SMT, BES or equivalent)
- Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS)
- French language proficiency is considered an asset
Duties
- Monitor hospital building systems using the Building Automation System (BAS) and perform routine inspections of mechanical rooms.
- Respond to maintenance service calls and accurately document work performed.
- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs and rebuilding of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and refrigeration equipment.
- Maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning, steam, chilled water, hot water and boiler systems.
- Install, repair and maintain plumbing systems and related equipment.
- Install and maintain hospital equipment using blueprints, specifications and technical manuals.
- Inspect and maintain the hospital locum house and helipad located approximately 5 km from the hospital.
- Maintain medical gas systems, control air systems, dryers and filters.
- Order maintenance materials and coordinate inventory requirements.
- Collaborate with contractors and other trades on maintenance and capital projects.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with all applicable safety standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity
We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or [email protected] for assistance.
Physical Demands Analysis
Strength
- Required Occasionally – lifting average 10-25 pounds, carrying and pushing/pulling
Mobility
- Required Frequently – prolonged standing and walking on hard surfaces
- Required Occasionally – crouching/squatting, foot activation
- Required Rarely – bending/stooping
Dexterity
- Required Frequently – reaching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion
