HVAC Systems Technologist (Technologist II)

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York) seeks a skilled HVAC Technician to maintain and support facilities across the Property Services portfolio. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment and coordinate with contractors using CMMS.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Maintenance & Operations, the role includes project coordination, contract administration, energy management initiatives and ensuring compliance with TSSA, ESA and building codes.

Qualifications

• Completed a Community College Diploma in a relevant field.
• Valid Gas 2 Technician and 313A Refrigerant certificates (TSSA).
• Valid ODP (Ozone Depletion Prevention) certificate.
• 3+ years HVAC maintenance and repair experience in facility management.
• Knowledge of TSSA/ESA standards, Electrical Code, Arc Flash and Building Code.
• Knowledge of asset management and capital project execution processes.
• Networking experience.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Clear Police Criminal Background Check.
• Ontario Class G driver's license.
• Ability to work outside regular hours and standby duties.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC assets using CMMS.
• Oversee HVAC contractors and project coordination.
• Monitor and lead new or upgrade work and sign-offs on certifications.
• Provide HVAC services support to the Branch.
• Ensure technical standards for new assets and upgrades.
• Collaborate on energy management to reduce regional consumption.
• Assist in capital contracts and design reviews to meet Branch needs.
• Work with ITS and vendors on major rebuilds and installations.
• Prepare repairs documentation and RFQs/RFTs.
• Participate in project evaluations and reporting.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

Community College Diploma in a relevant field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure, and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Supervisor, Maintenance & Operations is responsible for providing technical and operational support for the Branch; providing project coordination, supervision of HVAC project implementation, contract administration and quality control for HVAC projects; ensuring technical standards are adhered to in new construction projects; troubleshooting, testing and repairing HVAC components and equipment; working closely with consultants, project managers, project coordinators, contractors and Regional staff to ensure operational integration with lighting and automation systems.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Performs preventive maintenance tasks on all HVAC and mechanical assets at all leased and owned facilities within the Property Services operating portfolio using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Oversees HVAC contractors including project coordination, supervision of project implementation, contract administration and quality control relating to HVAC projects.
• Monitors and provides project leadership for all new or upgrade work; participates in sign offs on Substantial Performance Certificate, Total Performance Certificate, end of warranty period and Completions certificates.
• Provides support for HVAC services to the Branch.
• Ensures Technical Standards are adhered to in all new asset creation, upgrades and modifications.
• Works with Branch Operations staff to implement energy management and monitoring plan to minimize Regional consumption for all facilities within the Property Services operating portfolio.
• Takes active role, in collaboration with Branch staff, ITS, Property Services, contractors and vendors, in the development of new and upgraded Branch capital contracts and design review to ensure Branch needs are met with respect to HVAC; works closely with Branch staff and ITS to ensure operational requirements are incorporated.
• Participates in the selection and retention of external consultants for internal projects and determines specific technical requirements.
• Reviews and provides advice on HVAC drawings with contractors and consultants prior to installs/repairs being completed and takes a key role in the commissioning of new assets, major upgrades or modifications ensuring that all necessary HVAC asset management needs (asset data, commissioning data, maintenance data, etc.) are acceptable.
• Provides information to, and coordinates/works with contractors and consultants on major rebuilds, repairs, and equipment installation.
• Documents preparation of repairs of HVAC systems.
• Prepares specifications required for purchasing materials and parts, including the preparation of RFQs, RFTs and Tenders for consultants and vendors for HVAC systems installations and repairs, reviewing drawings and specifications.
• Participate in evaluation of the projects providing recommendations and reports.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in a relevant field or approved combination of education and experience.
• Must hold a valid certificate of qualifications for a TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) Gas 2 Technician Certificate and 313A Refrigerant Certificate.
• Must hold a valid ODP (Ozone Depletion Prevention) Certificate.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in HVAC maintenance and repairs in Facility Management Field/maintenance and troubleshooting of HVAC Systems, HVAC equipment, including experience in HVAC equipment maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of related acts, guidelines, regulations and legislation and the TSSA/ESA Standards, Electrical Code, Arc Flash and Building Code.
• Knowledge of Asset Management best practices, concepts, risk management and capital project execution business processes.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in networking.
• Demonstrated ability in the Region’s core competencies.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues.
• Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check.
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Checks (PVSC)
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours and availability and ability to perform standby duties as required in accordance with Branch policy and to respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely and efficient manner, as required.