Lead Technician, Power & HVAC

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Extended vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP matching

Tool and boot allowance

Career development

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals Canada is seeking a Lead Technician, Power & HVAC to serve as a field leader across Western Canada. The role involves diagnostic work, maintenance, and servicing of diesel generators, chillers, and climate control equipment for critical customer operations.

You will travel frequently, mentor technicians, and support large temporary power and climate control projects while upholding Sunbelt's safety culture and service standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED required; Red Seal certification required.
• Extensive experience with diesel generators, power distribution, HVAC, chillers or related equipment.
• Senior/lead technician or supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel Western Canada.
• Experience with critical infrastructure, data centers, or emergency response is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on Power & HVAC rental gear.
• Travel to customer sites for emergency support, commissioning, startup, and technical assistance.
• Perform load bank testing and preventive maintenance inspections.
• Mentor technicians and guide complex repairs and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with operations, sales and leadership to exceed customer expectations.

Skills

Diesel engines

Power generation

Electrical controls

HVAC troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Leadership

Customer service

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Job description

Join Our Team!

Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

Join Our Team!

Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Sunbelt Rentals – the fastest growing rental business in Canada – is seeking an experienced Lead Technician, Power & HVAC to join our team!

As a Lead Technician, Power & HVAC, you will serve as a technical expert and field leader responsible for supporting customers and branch operations across a broad geographic region. This position requires significant travel to customer sites and branch locations to perform advanced diagnostics, commissioning, repairs, preventive maintenance, and emergency service on power generation and climate control equipment. You will play a critical role in ensuring maximum equipment uptime while mentoring technicians and supporting operational excellence.

Our Power & HVAC fleet includes diesel generators, load banks, transformers, distribution equipment, air conditioners, chillers, cooling towers, heaters, and related ancillary equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled technician who enjoys travel, complex troubleshooting, and working directly with customers in mission‑critical environments.

Education or Experience that prepares you for success:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school or equivalent training preferred.
• Valid Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification required.
• Extensive experience troubleshooting and repairing diesel generators, power distribution systems, HVAC equipment, chillers, heaters, or related industrial equipment.
• Previous experience in a senior technician, lead technician, or supervisory capacity preferred.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel extensively throughout Western Canada.
• Experience supporting critical infrastructure, construction, industrial, energy, data center, or emergency response applications is considered an asset.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities you may rely on:

• Advanced knowledge of diesel engine systems, power generation equipment, and electrical controls.
• Strong understanding of generator paralleling systems, transfer switches, power distribution, and load banking.
• Advanced HVAC troubleshooting skills, including chillers, air conditioning systems, heaters, and environmental control equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and technical schematics.
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring capabilities.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in remote locations and respond to emergency service situations.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight stays and extended field assignments.
• May need to provide mechanic's tools of the trade.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on Power & HVAC rental equipment.
• Travel to customer sites to provide emergency breakdown response, commissioning, startup, and technical support.
• Perform load bank testing, preventive maintenance inspections, and operational performance verification.
• Support large‑scale temporary power and climate control projects.
• Mentor technicians and provide technical guidance on complex repairs and troubleshooting procedures.
• Coordinate with operations, sales, and branch leadership to ensure customer expectations are exceeded.
• Promote Sunbelt's safety culture and ensure compliance with all company policies and industry regulations.
• Assist with root cause analysis and implementation of long‑term equipment reliability solutions.

If you have done any of the following roles, we'd love to hear from you:

Lead Technician, Power Generation Technician, Generator Technician, Power Systems Technician, Field Service Technician, Field Service Mechanic, HVAC Technician, Chiller Technician, Power & HVAC Technician, Service Foreman, Service Supervisor, Industrial Mechanic, Diesel Technician, Heavy Equipment Technician, Electrical Mechanical Technician, Rental Equipment Technician, Critical Power Technician, Generator Field Service Technician, Senior Technician, or Lead Mechanic.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Advance into Service Supervisor, Service Manager, Operations Manager, Regional Fleet Manager, or Branch Manager positions.
• Gain exposure to large‑scale power generation and climate control projects supporting critical customer operations.
• Develop leadership skills while mentoring technical teams across multiple locations.

Gear up for an exciting career with Sunbelt Rentals Power & HVAC!

Base Pay Range

46.31 - 66.57

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full‑time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Enhanced Vacation Time based on Years of Service & 5 Paid Sick Days
• Leading wages
• Tuition Reimbursement
• RRSP Matching
• Tool and Boot Allowance
• Career development and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.

If a current Sunbelt Rentals employee has referred you for an employment opportunity please notify them that you are applying for this position. In order for the employee to get a referral bonus they need to contact their regional recruiter.