Fireplace Service Technician - Lake Country Co-op @ Homes Prince Albert

Valleyview Co-op; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cooperative company is seeking a Full-Time Fireplace Service Technician in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing fireplace systems, ensuring safe and compliant operations. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to provide exceptional customer service. Join a dedicated team at a company focused on community and sustainable growth, offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

Employer matched pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in fireplace installations, plumbing, or gas fitting preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with safety regulations related to installations.

Responsibilities

• Provide installation, maintenance, and repair of fireplace units.
• Collaborate with sales team for seamless installations.
• Ensure compliance with code requirements.

Skills

Customer service skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Safety compliance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

WETT Certification (in progress)

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic tools

Power tools

Job description

Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of Full-Time Fireplace Service Technician onsite/job site at our Homes by Lake Country location in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. If you are looking to use your industry knowledge and mechanical skills to take our installations to the next level, then Lake Country Co-op is looking for you! As a Fireplace Service Technician, you will serve as the key contact for customers undertaking residential or commercial fireplace installations. This role is responsible for the professional installation, maintenance, and repair of fireplace units and related components. The ideal candidate has technical experience, strong customer service skills, and a commitment to safety and code compliance.

Who We Are:

Lake Country Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to provide an exceptional experience to members and guests to enhance the success of our communities, deliver profits back, and invest in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our Lake Country Co-op brand to life, visit us at www.lakecountryco-op.crs.

Why It Matters:

Lake Country Co-op provides a range of products and services to support our over 54,680 member-owners in 20 different communities throughout North Central Saskatchewan in the areas of Food, Pharmacy, Convenience Store, Home and Building Solutions, Ag products, Petroleum, Food Services, and Wine, Spirits and Beer. Through continuous innovation, strong collaborations with local organizations, and annual sales over $700 million, we continue to help build, fuel, feed, and grow our communities together. Our goal is to work together and build stronger, more vibrant communities where everyone can thrive.

What You Will Do:

• Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support Lake Country Co-operative’s vision, mission, and safety principles to make a difference in members lives, with a strong customer focused approach.
• Provide Legendary Service at all touch points through various communication channels.
• Collaborate with the Homes by Lake Country sales team to conduct seamless fireplace installations and maintenance.
• Install new fireplace systems (gas, wood and pellet) according to manufacturer specifications, local codes and company standards.
• Service and repair existing fireplace units, including venting systems, controls, and safety devices.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety inspections.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical or operational issues efficiently.
• Ensure all installations and repairs meet code requirements and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and customer interactions.
• Educate customers on proper use and maintenance of their fireplace system.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of parts/materials.
• Stay current on new fireplace models, technologies, and building code changes.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to the Safety Management and Asset Protection systems, policies, procedures, records, and training requirements.
• Embody our values of Honesty, Innovation, Responsibility and Respect.

Who You Will Work With:

Reporting to the Homes by Lake Country Site Team Leader, you will work closely with a variety of internal and external partners to ensure a successful customer experience and project execution. This role is highly collaborative and requires effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills to support both customer satisfaction and internal efficiency.

Discover Prince Albert:

Lake Country Co-op is in one of the best areas for hunting, fishing, and outdoor experiences in Western Canada. It is a short drive to Prince Albert National Park that has over 1,500 lakes to visit and countless activities and events to choose from! The city of Prince Albert has several parks and recreational activities as well. From Little Red River Park to The Mann Art Gallery, Alfred Jenkins Field House, and EA Rawlinson Centre for the Arts, and the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre, there is fun-filled activities for the entire family. No matter the season, there is endless adventure possibilities within an hour’s drive, making Prince Albert like no other place in Canada!

Who You Are:

• You have a high school diploma or equivalent; experience in fireplace installations, plumbing, or gas fitting is preferred.
• You have knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in carpentry and specialization in fireplace installations and maintenance.
• You have a strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures related to fireplace installation and maintenance.
• You are well organized, can work independently, and demonstrate strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• You are willing and able to obtain your Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT) Certification; training will be provided to successful applicant.
• You work well under pressure and are savvy with balancing and meeting multiple strict deadlines.
• You have strong oral and written communication skills and communicate effectively using multiple communication channels.
• You are attentive to detail and hold precision and accuracy as core values.
• You have a strong mechanical aptitude and are comfortable using hand, diagnostic and power tools.
• You are able to identify and solve complex problems effectively.
• You are available to work a flexible schedule; some evenings and weekends and overnights may be required.
• You must be able to perform the physical tasks common to the construction industry, including heavy lifting, working at heights and in confined and dusty spaces in various weather conditions.
• You carry a valid driver’s license (class 5 minimum) for regular day travel.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including a flexible spending account, and an employer matched pension plan at one of Saskatchewan’s largest companies.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

If you share our commitment to our communities combined with a fresh, innovative vision for our future, we invite you to apply online or send your resume to Rebecca Craig, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at [e-mail] by August 15, 2025. Team members interested in the above position are to inform their immediate supervisor of their intentions before they apply on or before August 6, 2025. (If you have People Forward access, please apply online with reference to position HABS #2025-048. Visit HR Self Service/ME/Current Jobs/Search.)

We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us at [e-mail]. All information received will be kept confidential.

At Lake Country Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.

We can’t wait to hear from you! We thank all candidates for their interest: however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

HOMES #2025-048