heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) mechanic

Government of Canada; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to join their team in Abbotsford. This role involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining air conditioning and refrigeration systems, ensuring optimal performance in various environments. Candidates should possess a strong attention to detail and the ability to work in physically demanding conditions. With a focus on customer service and teamwork, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to essential services while coaching apprentices and advancing your technical skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in service and safety.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to coach and instruct apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Provide customer service and perform maintenance tasks.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer Service

Welding and Brazing

Attention to Detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety glasses/goggles

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Odours
• Outdoors

Responsibilities Tasks

• Install ventilation, air handling and air conditioning systems
• Troubleshoot heating systems
• Troubleshoot ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems
• Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment
• Provide customer service
• Start up system and test for leaks using testing devices
• Perform maintenance such as, recharging system with refrigerant, checking and testing regulators or calibrating system
• Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems

Experience and specialization Air conditioning and refrigeration systems

• Rooftop (self-contained)
• Heat pump
• Filtration
• Built up (split system)
• Humidification and de-humidification system
• Ventilation

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles