Electronics Technologist II

Join our Facilities Maintenance & Engineering team at Foothills Medical Centre, one of Alberta’s largest and most complex healthcare facilities. As an Electronics Technician, you will play an important role in supporting the safe, reliable operation of critical electronic and clinical systems that directly support patient care. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys troubleshooting, problem-solving and working with a wide variety of electronic systems and equipment. You will work closely with healthcare professionals, maintenance staff, vendors and contractors to diagnose issues, complete repairs, perform preventative maintenance and support ongoing upgrades and projects throughout the hospital. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with sophisticated systems in a fast-paced healthcare environment where no two days are the same. Your technical expertise, attention to detail and commitment to safety will help ensure that critical hospital systems remain reliable and available when they are needed most. If you are a motivated Electronics Technician who enjoys solving complex problems, working with new technology and making a meaningful contribution to patient care, we want to hear from you!

As an Electronics Technologist II, you will perform maintenance and repair duties on a variety of complex non-clinical electronic systems in accordance with manuals, specifications and AHS standards and practices. You will be responsible for complex non-clinical electronic systems and will exercise independence when completing daily responsibilities of the position.

Completion of an accredited Journeyperson Certificate in one of the following trades: Electrician, Electronics Technician or Instrument Technician from Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training; or completion of a two-year diploma of related technology (Electronic Technologist).

The successful candidate will have strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with electronic, electrical, control and low-voltage systems. The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals and equipment documentation is required, along with demonstrated experience using electronic test equipment and diagnostic tools. The candidate must be able to work independently, prioritize competing demands and respond effectively to equipment failures in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, with the ability to work effectively with clinical staff, trades, contractors and vendors. A demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, infection prevention and control, and hospital policies and procedures is required. The successful candidate must also be able to participate in on-call, after-hours, weekend and emergency response requirements as required. A valid driver's license may be required depending on operational requirements.

Experience working in healthcare, hospital, industrial or other complex technical environment. Understanding of electronic systems & equipment used in critical operations. Experience with medical equipment, nurse call systems, building automation systems, security systems (AMAG), communication systems, Operating Tables, Medivators, other low-voltage & control systems. Experience working with medical, clinical, building automation, communication, security, other critical electronic systems.