Refrigeration Apprentice

Cimco-Refrigeration; Burlington; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

CIMCO is seeking a mobile refrigeration technician for the GTA region to diagnose and repair industrial refrigeration systems. You will perform preventative maintenance and collaborate with an experienced team.

Membership in UA Local 787 and 313A apprenticeship (1st–5th year) are required. Valid driver’s license, strong mechanical skills, and a commitment to safety are essential as you work both independently and with colleagues.

Qualifications

• 1st–5th year 313A Apprentice in Refrigeration & AC.
• Must be a current member of UA Local 787.
• Hands-on troubleshooting and service experience with refrigeration/HVACR equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with team.
• Commitment to safety and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobile service support to our customer base across the GTA.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and assist with repairs to industrial refrigeration systems and equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance within our customer base.
• Work both independently and alongside experienced technicians.
• Identify and communicate required repairs, maintenance, and potential equipment upgrades.
• Participate in the on‑call rotation as required.
• Follow all health and safety requirements and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Education

313A Refrigeration & AC Mechanic Apprentice (1st–5th year)

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $25.91 CAD to $55.25 CAD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Role Responsibilities

• Provide mobile service support to our customer base across the GTA.

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and assist with repairs to industrial refrigeration systems and equipment.

• Carry out preventative maintenance within our customer base.
• Work both independently and alongside experienced technicians.
• Identify and communicate required repairs, maintenance, and potential equipment upgrades.
• Participate in the on‑call rotation as required.
• Follow all health and safety requirements and procedures.

Required Professional Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Registered Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic (313A) Apprentice, 1st through 5th year.
• Must currently be a member of UA Local 787.
• Previous hands‑on troubleshooting and service experience with refrigeration or HVAC/R equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an experienced technical team.
• Commitment to safety and providing strong customer service.

Additional Assets

• Experience servicing industrial refrigeration systems.
• Experience with ammonia and/or CO₂ refrigeration systems.
• Gas Fitter license.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join our team! This is an existing vacancy that we are actively looking to fill.

Company Profile

CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems. For more than 100 years, CIMCO’s leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the forefront of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs. Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply innovative state-of-the-art equipment and refrigerants to develop systems that meet even the most complex thermal challenges.

We offer our employees excellent compensation, medical and dental benefit programs, retirement savings options, career development opportunities, mentoring and continuing education.

CIMCO is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Together, we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and perspective, as we combine our unique skills and capabilities to drive successful outcomes for all stakeholders. As an equal opportunity employer, CIMCO provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that our hiring processesmayinvolve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening, assessing, or selecting candidates; all final decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws.