Technician - Health Equipment Loan Program - Jobs in Sydney, NS

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Title: Technician, Health Equipment Loan ProgramLocation: Sydney, Nova ScotiaEmployment status: Temporary (12 months), full timeSalary band: $29,910 - $37,387 /yearAn iconic brand and one of the most inspirational not-for-profit organizations on this planet, the Canadian Red Cross (CRC), is seeking a Technician, Health Equipment Loan Program to join our Community Health Team.You have a passion for helping others, and want to work with other dedicated individuals By applying, you are taking a big first step to be part of an exciting organization.At the Canadian Red Cross, we are guided by our fundamental principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. We help people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and support them in strengthening their resilience.Starting with the hiring process, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons to apply, particularly Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized people, and people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and others who share our values and contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.As a Health Equipment Loan Technician, you will be primarily responsible for the health-related equipment, as well as repair and cleaning of the equipment.This career opportunity will be of interest to those individuals who possess a mechanical aptitude and are interested in learning and building a career related to health equipment repair and recycling.In this role, you will:

• Repair, clean, and general maintenance of health equipment including manual wheelchairs, hospital beds and other related health equipment to an already determined set of standards.
• Transport health equipment to various locations, as required.
• Maintain an inventory log of all completed projects, as well as keep an accurate inventory count of health equipment.
• Maintain an accurate record of health equipment donations received as well as inspection and accurate documentation of donated and/or returned health equipment.
• Support other Red Cross initiatives, as needed, to provide for a coordinated team effort to meeting the needs of the most vulnerable in the community.

What we are looking for:

• The minimum qualifications for this job are completion of secondary school and a minimum of two years of safe driving experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong customer service skills and strong communications skills.
• Strong verbal and written in English. French is an asset.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and able to troubleshoot problems of a technical nature.
• Familiarity with computers and inventory control systems is a definite asset.
• Experience with seniors, cognitively impaired and physically disabled clients is considered an asset.
• Able to do heavy lifting (75lbs to 100lbs).
• Able to work efficiently and effectively in fast paced environment.

Working conditions:

• Valid drivers license is required. Ability to provide a satisfactory drivers abstract.
• A satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (EPIC) and vulnerable sector check is required.
• Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position and operation (the CRC will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human right protected ground)

If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please notify us as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.Quick Apply

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