Chargehand, Plumbing

Salary Details: The salary range for this position is CAD $42.+3/Hr. - CAD $42.+3/Hr. Job Summary:
Come work as a Chargehand with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Chargehand of Electrical Trades to join the Plant Maintenance team at Squamish Hospital in Squamish, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Chargehand of Plumbing with VCH you will:
Provide supervision to designated staff and performs related administrative duties a majority of the time.
Facilitate the resolution of work problems by using recognized methodologies and liaising with clients.
Participate in the development and monitoring of preventative maintenance programs, including the use of a computerized maintenance management system.
Perform skilled steamfitting and pipefitting work at the journeyman level.
Preference given to applicants who reside within 20km of Squamish General Hospital as on-call shift is required.

Qualifications:
Education & Experience
Grade 12, plus five (5) years’ recent, related experience including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a Journeyman Plumber.
Steamfitter/Pipefitter and/or Class B Gasfitter Certificate with electrical endorsement recognized by the Province of BC is an asset.
Valid Certificate of Competency as a Cross Connection Control Specialist issued by the American Water Works Association, British Columbia Section is preferred and will be required within first 6 months of being hired.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to supervise.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
Ability to organize work.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Closing Statement:
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.


WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?


VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and ****** orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2025.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.



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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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