HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mechanic

Government of Canada; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic to join their team. This role involves installing and maintaining various HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills and relevant certifications, contributing to the company's commitment to environmental sustainability. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a physically demanding environment while making a positive impact on the community. If you are a dedicated professional looking to advance your career in a rewarding field, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Experience with installation and maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Certification in refrigeration and air conditioning required.

Responsibilities

• Install and overhaul heating and refrigeration systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HVAC systems.

Skills

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification

Troubleshooting skills

Blueprint interpretation

Attention to detail

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Certificate

Tools

Welding and brazing equipment

Testing devices

Tools

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

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Work site environment

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

Work setting

• On-site customer service
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities Tasks

• Install and overhaul heating systems
• Install refrigeration systems
• Install ventilation, air handling and air conditioning systems
• Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation
• Measure and lay out reference points for installation
• 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
• Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment
• 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
• Interpret gas codes
• 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

Experience and specialization Control systems

• Electrical devices

Air conditioning and refrigeration systems

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

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer