313A Refrigeration Technician – Apprentice or Journeyman – Barrie

Neelands Group; Barrie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Pension

Competitive salary

Paid weekly

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

Neelands Group is seeking a 313A Refrigeration Service Apprentice (Term 4 or 5) or Journeyman to join our Barrie service team. The role focuses on repair, installation, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of refrigeration systems.

Regular full-time hours with on-call after hours from 7:30am to 5:30pm on dispatch and scheduled assignments. You will work under the Senior Manager, Service, collaborating with technicians to meet client needs and deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Journeyman 313A required.
• Apprentice 313A Term 4 or 5 required.
• G2 or G1 Gas Technician Licence required.
• Ozone Depletion Prevention certificate required.
• Valid G license with a clean driver abstract.
• English language proficiency (read/write/speak).

Responsibilities

• Respond to service calls and scheduled maintenance and repairs for refrigeration and mechanical equipment.
• Perform diagnostics to detect malfunctions and defects in equipment (e.g., CO2 racks, condensers, evaporator fans, glycol racks, expansion tanks).
• Troubleshoot to ensure the system is functioning properly following repairs.
• Perform schedule and unscheduled repair and maintenance on refrigeration and mechanical equipment.
• Communicate and update team on assignments; provide information to estimators for quotes.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers or clients.
• Maintain service vehicle inventory and cleanliness.

Skills

Journeyman 313A

Apprentice 313A Term 4/5

Gas Technician Licence (G2/G1)

ODP certificate

G license (clean)

English proficiency

Job description

Since 1958, Neelands has been providing industry-leading and customized solutions for a broad range of industries and businesses. We are proud to have a dedicated and highly skilled technical team that is focused on refrigeration, HVAC, energy management, controls, equipment sales, and service and maintenance.

Neelands Group began as a family-run business and, to this day, we treat our team like extended family. We offer a competitive salary, learning opportunities, and a range of benefits.

The Position:

Neelands is searching for a 313A Refrigeration Service Apprentice Term 4, 5 or Journeyman to join our team servicing the Barrie area. This position is regular, full-time.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Service, the Service Technician will work closely with the team on repair, install, troubleshoot and preventative maintenance of refrigeration systems. This role requires the individual to be available during the weekdays from 7:30am – 5:30pm for “on-call” and after-hours service calls from dispatch and/or prescheduled assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Response to service calls and scheduled maintenance and repairs for refrigeration and mechanical equipment
• Perform diagnostics to detect malfunctions and defects in equipment such as CO2 racks, Condensers, Evaporator fans, Glycol Racks, Expansion Tanks
• Troubleshoot to ensure the system is functioning properly following repairs
• Perform schedule and unscheduled repair and maintenance on refrigeration, and mechanical equipment
• Effectively communicate and update all information regarding assignments to the team
• Provide recommendations and assist estimator with information on quote
• Build and maintain positive relationship with customers or clients
• Maintain service vehicle inventory and cleanliness
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• 313A Journeyman
• 313A Apprentice Term 4 or 5
• G2 or G1 Gas Technician Licence required
• Supermarket refrigeration experience is strongly preferred
• Ozone Depletion Prevention certificate
• Valid G license with a clean driver abstract
• English language proficiency (read/write/speak)

What you Bring to the Team:

• A self-starter who is highly effective working independently and within a team
• Flexibility, along with the ability to operate well under pressure
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to perform in a high pressure, fast-paced environment
• A keen attention to detail
• A positive, hands-on, “can-do” attitude

Why join Neelands?

• Benefits
• Pension
• Competitive Salary
• Paid weekly
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development and Training

Neelands Group Limited is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with Accessibility standards and regulations. If applicants require accommodation for a disability during the recruitment process, they must make their needs known in advance. Please notify Human Resources or the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

Neelands is an equal opportunity employer.

Accommodations are available upon request. If applicable, please inform Neelands Group Limited of accommodations that are required during the recruitment process.