Apprentice - Refrigeration (Ontario)

Major Refrigeration Ltd.; London; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental benefits

Company vehicle

Company supplied cell phone

Company supplied clothing and tools

Retirement Savings Plan

Four weeks vacation

On-call premiums

Ongoing training

Year-round work

Job summary

Major Refrigeration Ltd. seeks a Refrigeration Apprentice to join our growing team, focusing on commercial and industrial refrigeration service, maintenance, and troubleshooting across the Barrie, London, Sarnia, or Owen Sound area in Ontario.

You will diagnose, repair, and maintain rooftop units and large refrigeration systems while adhering to safety standards. We offer a competitive hourly wage, on-call premiums, health/vision/dental benefits, a company vehicle, retirement plan, four weeks

Qualifications

• Must possess 313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Apprentice.
• Minimum 2 years of commercial Refrigeration/HVAC experience.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with gas heating, refrigeration systems, and airflow principles.
• Ability to work independently and manage service calls.
• Willing and able to work overtime, as required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract.
• ODP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Strong diagnose, troubleshoot, service and repair refrigeration equipment and rooftop units.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret HVAC/R schematics and blueprints.
• Experience working with commercial or industrial refrigeration systems (e.g., racks, walk-in coolers/freezers, rooftop units).
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and team-oriented attitude.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with codes and company standards and legislation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diagnose and troubleshoot

SCHEMATICS reading

Independent service calls

Overtime readiness

Valid driver’s license

Education

313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Apprentice

ODP certification

Job description

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

About us

Founded in 2012, Major Refrigeration Ltd. has proudly delivered reliable Refrigeration, HVAC, Controls, and Energy Solutions to customers across Canada. Headquartered in Grimsby, Ontario, the company operates throughout Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island, and continues to expand into new regions.

With a team of over 190 employees (throughout the provinces), we are continuously expanding and strengthening our workforce across all divisions to support our growth and maintain the high level of service our customers expect and deserve.

The Position

We are currently seeking a skilled Refrigeration Apprentice to join our growing team. Open positions focus on commercial and industrial refrigeration service, maintenance, and troubleshooting across multiple sites throughout the Barrie, London, Sarnia or Owen Sound area.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Strong diagnose, troubleshoot, service and repair refrigeration equipment and rooftop units
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections
• Ability to read and interpret HVAC/R schematics and blueprints
• Experience working with commercial or industrial refrigeration systems (ie. racks walk-in coolers/freezers, rooftop units etc.)
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and team-oriented attitude
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with codes and company standards and legislation
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Apprentice
• Minimum 2 years of commercial Refrigeration/HVAC experience
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with gas heating, refrigeration systems, and airflow principles
• Ability to work independently and manage service calls
• Willing and able to work overtime, as required
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
• ODP certification required

Compensation & Incentives:

• Competitive hourly wage
• On-call premiums
• Health, vision and dental benefits package
• Company paid Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Four (4) weeks vacation at hire
• Company vehicle
• Company supplied cell phone
• Company supplied clothing and tools
• Ongoing training provided (both in house and off site)
• Steady, year-round commercial work

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those that best meet our qualifications will be contacted. Major Refrigeration Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and will make accommodations available for candidates, upon request, throughout the selection process.