CAD Operator Co-op Student

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

JOB TITLE: CAD Operator/Space Project Co-Op Student
DEPARTMENT: FM-PRO (Facilities Management - Planning, Redevelopment & Operations) and Research Facilities
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario (Downtown)
REPORTS UP TO: Manager, Space Operations - Planning & Integration, FM-PRO
STATUS: Temporary Full-Time (Student Placement, 4 months, Jan - Apr 2025)

Please be aware that in addition to your application through the UHN Careers Site, you are required to follow your School's internal process to be considered for this position. Please include a brief cover letter and transcript with your application.

THE ROLE: The CAD Operator/Space Project Co-Op Student will have the opportunity to learn about how space planning and project management takes place in dynamic research and hospital environments within the healthcare industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support to the FM-PRO department on infrastructure-related projects (includes space planning, furniture and equipment layouts, feasibility initiatives, client consultations, site evaluations, spatial data extraction, etc.)

• New Project Opportunities (includes creating various types of spatial report packages such as fire and life safety, operations and security, and biosafety containment allocations.)

• Maintain and improve upon existing standards and processes within the Department (includes organizing department's CAD drawings, updating floor plans to reflect spatial changes, integrating as-built drawings from new construction and renovation projects into the master database, etc.)

• Participate in physical walkthroughs and audits of research and hospital spaces.

BACKGROUND ON UHN's FM-PRO:

The FM-PRO Research department provides support to the 650 research teams and manages almost 1M SQFT of research space. FM-PRO Research Facilities has over 100 years of combined hands-on laboratory experience, creating and maintaining safe and compliant environments to enable the success of laboratories. Established in 1998, FM-PRO Research Facilities is a specialized team that supports creation and implementation of safety programs, space planning and management, integration of research equipment, research procurement, and corporate grant administration. UHN is the only research hospital in Canada that has such a highly specialized and dedicated team. We have extensive experience in the following space types: wet laboratories and dry/office environments; basic, applied and clinical research; teaching and simulation environments; facilities with complex infrastructure utilizing cutting edge technology. We incorporate all functional and regulatory requirements to ensure quality, safety and compliance for all of our clients' laboratory operations.

• Must include cover letter with application
• Proficient in computer software tools such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Illustrator and InDesign)
• Highly organized
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Good understanding of project management

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.