HVAC Technician

Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board; Barrie; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health and dental benefits

OMERS pension

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Overtime opportunities

Uniform provided

Job summary

Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is seeking an HVAC Technician to maintain, repair, install, and operate commercial HVAC systems and related equipment under the direction of the Supervisor of Mechanical and Controls Systems.

The role requires strong customer service, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of an interdepartmental team, with a focus on safe, compliant practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma.
• Valid G1 Gas License; multi-license preferred.
• Minimum 5 years and 5000 hours of related experience.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Independent and interdepartmental team work capability.
• Excellent time management and organization.
• 313A or 313D Refrigeration/AC license is an asset.
• Ability to document maintenance practices.
• Share knowledge for cross-pollination.
• Troubleshoot equipment and restore service.
• Advise on continuous improvement opportunities.
• Comfort with technology; use of eBASE with mobile devices.
• Heights/elevated platform certification.
• First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Ontario G class driver's license with clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, install, and operate commercial HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Follow board policies, codes, and best practices in a safe manner.
• Work with Facilities Services management on opportunities for improvements.
• Utilize Work Management System (eBASE) on mobile devices.
• Ensure documentation of maintenance practices and reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Tech savvy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Gas license (G1)

Refrigeration/AC License (313A/313D)

Work Management System (eBASE)

Job description

Job Summary:

Join a skilled and award winning team focused on excellence in facility maintenance and service. We

have a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and helping our people succeed. Under the

direction of the Supervisor of Mechanical and Controls Systems, the HVAC Technician is responsible for

the maintenance, repair, installation, and operation of commercial HVAC systems including mechanical

and electro-mechanical equipment in accordance with board policies and procedures, relevant

regulations, codes and best practices in a safe and effective manner. If you have a positive attitude, are

open to learning and developing, and like working with people to solve complex technical problems, we

want to hear from you.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma.
• Valid G1 Gas License, preference given to multi-license
• Minimum 5 years and 5000 hours of previous related and/or on the job experience
• Strong customer service and effective interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and co-operatively as a member of an
• interdepartmental team
• Proven time management, scheduling, job planning and organizational skills
• 313A or313D Refrigeration/Air Conditioning License is an Asset
• Ability to prepare documentation for standard maintenance practices
• Ability to share knowledge with colleagues for awareness building and knowledge cross- pollination
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and processes for failure finding and restoring services
• Advises the Facilities Services management team of opportunities for continuous improvement
• Must be comfortable using technology; the position is required to use technology including the Board’s Work Management System (eBASE) with mobile technology
• Working at Heights/Elevated Platform certification, including the ability to set up and use personnel life equipment
• Standard First Aid Certification, CPR Certification
• Valid Ontario Drivers License, Class G with a clean abstract.

Why Work for Us:

• Paid vacation time
• Robust benefit plan including health and dental benefits
• Enrolment in OMERS pension plan
• Use of company vehicle for board business
• All tools for on-the-job work are provided by the board
• Overtime often available
• Uniform is provided

Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process upon request.

Accommodation queries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, new employees to SMCDSB are required, by legislation,

to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples,

Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve.

We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at the SMCDSB.

THE BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEE