Refrigeration | Air Conditioning (R/AC) Mechanic

Interior Health; Nelson; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Training opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job stability

Vacation

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking a permanent full-time Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic at Kootenay Lake Regional Hospital in Nelson, BC. The role covers installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems, including building automation controls, to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The position requires a Journeyman certification, BC Gas Fitter license with electrical endorsement, and a valid Class 5 driver’s license, with duties spanning multiple facilities and

Qualifications

• Journeyman Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic certification or equivalent.
• Gas Fitter’s License Class B with electrical endorsement recognized by BC.
• Two years’ recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Review work requests with user departments and interpret drawings to determine materials and cost estimates.
• Perform operational safety risk assessments and prepare work schedules.
• Install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot HVAC, refrigeration, and air handling systems including building automation controls.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Building automation systems

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman Refrigeration & AC

Gas Fitter B license with electrical endorsement

Class 5 Driver's Licence

Tools

HVAC testing equipment

Blueprint interpretation

Job description

Position Summary

Our Maintenance Department is currently seeking a permanent full-time Refrigeration | Air Conditioning (R/AC) Mechanic to join our dedicated team at the Kootenay Lake Regional Hospital in Nelson, B.C

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package
• Access to employer-paid training and education opportunities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Job stability in a collaborative team environment
• Employer-paid vacation for work-life balance

Your Role:

This position performs skilled heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and refrigeration mechanic work at the journeyman level in the fabrication, installation, alteration, repair and/or service of refrigeration/cooling or air handling systems including building automated control systems and their related parts and equipment throughout the facility in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.

Some Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Reviews work requests and consults with user departments regarding specifications and other project requirements; interprets blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the required materials and equipment; calculates materials and labour in estimating cost of projects and makes recommendations as required.
2. Prepares for work projects by performing operational and safety risk assessments, arranging work schedules with user departments and assembling supplies, tools and equipment.
3. Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs heating, refrigeration/cooling and/or air handling systems by repairing and replacing components such as compressors, valves, pumps, supply and exhaust fans, chillers, heat pumps, couplings switches, steam valves, and cooling towers.
4. Repairs, installs and modifies building automated control systems by making programming changes/adjustments in accordance with established criteria and procedures, replacing components, replacing actuators, modifying pipe systems and implementing new control systems. Troubleshoots and adjusts building automated control systems which may include the use of computer software.
5. Installs, tests, maintains and repairs gas lines specific to HVAC equipment in accordance with the British Columbia Gas Safety Code.
6. Carries out the heating, cooling air handling and refrigeration systems preventative and predictive maintenance program by inspecting systems and equipment for repair and maintenance needs and for conformance to applicable codes, regulations and standards; writes operational instructions and preventative maintenance procedures as required.
7. Assigns work tasks to designated staff and provides related training and orientation; checks work performed to ensure that the work was done properly.
8. Maintains storage and work areas in clean, tidy and safe condition and maintains an inventory of supplies, equipment and tools; completes related reports and records including daily work summary sheets; recommends purchase of related supplies and equipment. Evaluates equipment/supplies for technical acceptance and safety prior to selection as required.
9. Performs other general maintenance and repair duties related to building, grounds and equipment in a variety of areas as required/assigned.
10. Performs all work in adherence to all applicable codes, regulations, and safety requirements, including regulations of the WCB.
11. Operates Interior Health vehicle to pickup, deliver and/or transport supplies, building materials, and/or equipment as required.
12. Maintains and updates trade knowledge by reviewing and staying current with applicable building codes, regulations and standards. Advises Manager or Designated alternate of regulatory changes, code revisions and safety related matters.
13. Participates in departmental meetings, training sessions and quality assurance programs as required/directed.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Scheduling Information:

This position operates Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 15:00 hours and requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, as responsibilities include providing services to multiple Interior Health facilities.

After-hours support maybe required

Discover the Advantages of Joining Interior Health:

• Prioritize employee well-being, fostering work-life balance.
• Experience job security and stability for peace of mind.
• Access extensive resources and infrastructure for enhanced practice.
• Thrive in a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Enjoy continuous growth with abundant learning and career development opportunities.

Qualfications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a journeyman Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic or equivalent Trade.
• Class B Level Gas Fitter’s License with an electrical endorsement recognized by the Province of B.C.
• Two (2) years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.