HVAC and Refridgeration Technicians

Southlake Health; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Southlake Health in Newmarket, ON is seeking a full-time HVAC and Refrigeration Technician to install, maintain and repair hospital systems across clinical facilities. You will ensure safe, reliable environmental conditions for patients, visitors, and staff, while collaborating with facilities and clinical teams.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues, and completing repairs in line with safety standards.

Qualifications

• HVAC and refrigeration systems troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Reading technical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of building systems incl. electrical, plumbing and safety practices.
• EPA refrigerant handling certification and codes/regulations.
• Completion of HVAC/Refrigeration program or trade cert (e.g., 313A/313D).
• Healthcare facilities experience is an asset.
• Ability to read plans and work independently or in teams.
• Commitment to safety, infection control and high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems in hospital and clinical facilities.
• Inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical/electrical/refrigeration issues and complete timely repairs.
• Collaborate with facilities and clinical teams to minimize downtime and support capital projects.
• Respond to service calls and participate in on-call rotations as required.
• Document work performed and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

HVAC

Diagnostics

Reading drawings

Communication

Education

EPA refrigerant handling certification

HVAC/Refrigeration technician program or trade cert

Job description

Company Description Southlake Health is a leading Canadian healthcare organization with a century-long history of building healthy communities through innovative, person-centered care. As a regional network of hospitals and specialized programs, Southlake Health serves patients across northern York Region and southern Simcoe County, providing advanced cardiac and cancer care to a broader catchment area. With more than 6,000 staff, medical staff, volunteers, and learners, and an operating budget exceeding $600 million, the organization is recognized for its commitment to quality and patient safety, earning Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada for 16 consecutive years. Southlake Health invests in state-of-the-art technology, research, and integrated care initiatives like Southlake@home to keep care close to home. Supported by its communities, Southlake Health continues to expand services and innovate for current and future generations.

Role Description This full-time, on-site role for HVAC and Refrigeration Technicians is based at Southlake Health in Newmarket, ON. Technicians install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across hospital and clinical facilities, ensuring safe and reliable environmental conditions for patients, visitors, and staff. Daily responsibilities include inspecting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues, and completing timely repairs in accordance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. The role involves collaborating with other facilities and clinical teams to minimize downtime, documenting work performed, and supporting capital projects and upgrades to building systems. Technicians are expected to respond to service calls, participate in on-call rotations as required, and contribute to continuous improvement of facility operations.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills, including troubleshooting HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of building systems and related trades, including plumbing and preventive maintenance practices.
• Solid understanding of electrical principles and safe working practices with electricity in building environments.
• Relevant environmental and safety credentials, such as EPA or equivalent refrigerant handling certification, and familiarity with applicable codes and regulations.
• Completion of a recognized HVAC/Refrigeration technician program, apprenticeship, or trade certification (e.g., 313A/313D or local equivalent).
• Experience in healthcare, institutional, or commercial facilities is an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, infection control, and high-quality service in patient-focused environments.