Senior HVAC Technologist, Sydney, NS

Randstad Canada; Sydney; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Canada seeks a skilled HVAC Technician responsible for preventive maintenance and repairs of HVAC and refrigeration systems. Applicants should have 4-6 years of experience in similar roles, with necessary certifications. The position emphasizes safety and energy management practices, offering a supportive work environment focused on inclusivity.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 4-6 years of relevant experience, HVAC and supermarket refrigeration preferred.
• Journeyperson certificate in refrigeration and air conditioning required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Monitor building systems for performance and compliance.
• Coordinate work with third-party contractors.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Refrigeration skills

Electrical skills

Plumbing skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED

4-6 years HVAC experience

Tools

CBRE CMMS

Job description

Job Summary

Utilizes advanced building maintenance skills to perform simple to complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of HVAC and commercial refrigeration equipment, building automation systems and heating and cooling equipment. While supporting assigned reactive and preventive maintenance service calls, monitors building system operations and performance and interacts directly with store management. Utilizes several trade skills associated HVAC and refrigeration skills such as electrical, plumbing, and gas piping.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Performs assigned day-to-day repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance and completes maintenance and repairs records as required.
• Reviews assigned work orders and estimates time and materials needed to complete repair.
• Orders necessary materials and supplies to complete all tasks and maintains good inventory of parts in service vehicle.
• Utilizes CBRE or clients CMMS to manage work orders and track work order completion.
• Responsible for operation and maintenance of building mechanical and commercial refrigeration systems.
• Responsible for the preventative maintenance and corrective repair of HVAC roof top units (RTU’s), air handling units (AHUs), compressor racks, dehumidification units, heating and cooling system chiller, and cooling tower, and refrigeration equipment such as walk-in / reach-in coolers, and open / closed freezers and bunkers.
• Inspects building systems including electrical system, HVAC/R, and refrigerant monitoring system to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Monitors and coordinates the work performed by outside third-party contractors.
• Operates company vehicle in a safe manner and follows prescribed routines to service locations in a timely and safe manner.
• Monitors and maintains an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.
• Ensures work performed meets all safety and operational standards and reports any issues to management promptly.
• Performs all duties in accordance with company health and safety policies.

Education & Experience

• HS Diploma/GED.
• 4-6 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Prior HVAC and supermarket refrigeration experience preferred.

Certificates and/or Licenses

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic – must possess a journeyperson certificate in good standing recognized by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (trade license) or a recognized trade credential from another Canadian province or territory (Red Seal Endorsements).
• Proof of HVAC license required.
• Gasfitter – Class B certificate preferred but not required.
• ODS HRAI Certification preferred but not required.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Communication Skills

Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or escalations from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor. Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.

Financial Knowledge

Requires basic knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume in confidence to [e-mail].

Employer Commitment to Inclusion

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community. Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.