Journeyman HVAC Technician – District Facilities

School District #38 (Richmond); Richmond; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond School District is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform journeyman-level heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and piping services across district facilities. The role covers installation, upgrades, testing and repairs to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The position requires a valid BC Class B Gas license with electrical endorsement, two years of journeyman HVAC experience, and strong teamwork and communication abilities. A District vehicle will be used on the job.”

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent plus a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Apprenticeship and a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Qualification in one or more of the piping trades (Plumbing, Steam fitting/Pipefitting, or Refrigeration) including a Class "B" Gas License with electrical endorsement.
• Two years’ journeyman-level experience in commercial and institutional HVAC service, maintenance, repair and installation.
• Thorough knowledge of computerized control software and equipment used in the HVAC trade.
• Ability to organize workload, work under periodic pressure and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving heavy materials and working in confined spaces.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Installs, upgrades, services, repairs and tests heating, ventilation and refrigeration components and systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Responds to HVAC and piping emergencies throughout the District facilities.
• Troubleshoots technical problems with respect to HVAC piping systems and prioritizes work orders.
• Reads and interprets plans, drawings, and specifications for HVAC upgrades and repairs.
• Develops manual plans and estimates time/materials for jobs.
• Provides technical advice to District managers, tradespeople and outside contractors in the HVAC trades.
• Operates District vehicle and maintains HVAC equipment and inventory; reports defects.
• Completes written records and keeps work area safe and clean.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 + BC/Interprovincial Certificates

Tools

Computerized control software

Job description

Richmond School District is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform journeyman-level heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and piping services across district facilities. The role covers installation, upgrades, testing and repairs to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The position requires a valid BC Class B Gas license with electrical endorsement, two years of journeyman HVAC experience, and strong teamwork and communication abilities. A District vehicle will be used on the job.”