HVAC Journeyman

Daikin Applied Canada, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Job summary

Daikin Applied Canada, Inc. is hiring a full-time HVAC Journeyman in Ottawa, ON. You will service a range of commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including chillers, rooftop units, and water source systems, with comprehensive training provided.

You will lead diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance, mentor apprentices, and ensure safety standards. A valid Ontario 313A certification and Local 787 journeyman status are required. Union benefits and a structured pay framework apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or HVAC certification preferred.
• 5+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Journeyman status with Local 787.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable.
• Ontario 313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic certification required or demonstrated.
• First aid/CPR training preferred.
• Work visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Service HVAC equipment including chillers, rooftop units, air handling units, boilers, and loops.
• Repair and replace defective components or wiring.
• Inspect and maintain equipment to prevent breakdowns and callbacks.
• Diagnostics, troubleshooting, pipefitting, and brazing on commercial HVAC systems.
• Perform warranty service inspections and tests.
• Educate customers on proper use and maintenance schedules.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Customer education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HVAC certification

Ontario 313A Certification

Journeyman Local 787

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a full-time HVAC Journeyman. You’ll have the opportunity to work on all types of commercial and industrial equipment and cutting‑edge technologies. Receive comprehensive training through in‑person, online, and on‑the‑job programs. The equipment you’ll service includes, but is not limited to, large and small rooftop units, mini‑split systems, chillers, and boilers. Make an impact and shape your career with a company passionate about growth. Come be part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive everything we do!

Location: Ottawa, ON – Onsite

Your Responsibilities

• Perform service of equipment including inspecting and testing systems to verify functionality including but not limited to chillers, fan coils, water source heat pumps, applied air handling units, rooftop units, cooling towers, and condenser tubes
• Repair and replace defective equipment, components, or wiring
• Maintain and inspect equipment to identify potential problems to prevent premature and unexpected breakdowns or callbacks
• Perform intermediate and advanced independent diagnostics, troubleshooting, pipefitting, and brazing of commercial HVAC equipment
• Conduct warranty service application by independently inspecting and testing systems to verify functionality of all commercial HVAC equipment
• Educate technical and non-technical customers on proper use of equipment, maintenance schedule, and operating manual usage
• Lead and participate in the rebuild and retrofit of commercial HVAC level units including the direction of apprentice level technicians through hands‑on demonstration of the necessary steps
• Record and report billing, inventory, timecards, technician tip reports, and other articles as required and in a timely manner
• Download programs into commercial HVAC equipment and Micro controllers and analyze chiller trend data to ensure optimal performance
• Participate in available training through regional technician trainers, and off‑site learning modules
• Maintain all required certifications and continue to develop new skill sets
• Ensure standards, policies, procedures, and maintenance of a clean work area are always upheld
• Complete jobsite hazard assessment prior to initiating service and adhere to Daikin Applied and customer safety policies

Your Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree or technical school HVAC certification (preferred)
• 5+ years of related experience with increasing responsibility or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Accepted as a Journeyman by the union with Local 787
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
• Required license(s) and/or training card as required by local law district
• Rotational Emergency Call Support availability as required
• Previous experience in mentoring less experienced technicians
• Possession of a valid Ontario 313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic certification, demonstrating expertise in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of commercial, industrial, and residential refrigeration, cooling, and HVAC systems.
• Current first aid / CPR card (preferred)
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The expected hourly rate for this position is $63.33 in ON. The rate is subject to the amount outlined in the CBA and could change based on the level offered.

Benefits are provided through a local labor union and aligned to the CBA.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share.

Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders.

Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering.

You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges.

That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark.

Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization.

Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.