heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) mechanic

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental authority in Atlantic Canada is seeking a skilled Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic to install, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC systems. The ideal candidate should have certifications in refrigeration and be physically capable of handling demanding tasks in a client-facing environment. This role requires a strong focus on safety and excellent communication skills, with responsibilities extending to coaching apprentices as well.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Valid driver's licence is necessary.
• Must possess own tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install and overhaul heating systems.
• Prepare tenders and quotations.
• Troubleshoot HVAC systems.
• Coach and instruct apprentices.

Skills

Punctuality

Client focus

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Certificate

Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) Certificate

Tools

Welding equipment

Refrigerant recovery tools

Testing devices

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 setting

• On-site customer service

Responsibilities Tasks

• Install and overhaul heating systems
• Install ventilation, air handling and air conditioning systems
• Measure and lay out reference points for installation
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements
• 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
• Handle, recover and store refrigerants
• Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Certificate
• Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) Certificate

Experience and specialization Control systems

• Energy conservation
• Computerized monitoring
• Electrical devices
• Electronic and solid state
• Pneumatic devices
• On-board diagnostics
• Direct digital control system
• Programmable logic controller (PLC)

Air conditioning and refrigeration systems

• Rooftop (self-contained)
• Heat pump
• Filtration
• Humidification and de-humidification system
• Ventilation
• Cooling tower

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player