Tradesperson - Millwright, Refrigeration or Gasfitter

Surrey Schools (School District #36 Surrey); Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A large educational institution in British Columbia is seeking an HVAC Mechanical Tradesperson for their Facilities Division. The role involves renovations, repairs, and new installations across various school sites. Ideal candidates will have BCTQ certification in applicable trades and a Class 'B' Gas Ticket. This full-time position offers an hourly wage of $40.65 plus benefits. Interested applicants should apply online.

Benefits

Municipal pension

Health benefits

Vacation and sick benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in HVAC / Mechanical work, preferably in institutional facilities.
• Sufficient physical strength and health to perform the duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform renovations, repairs, and new installations across school district sites.
• Work as part of a cohesive team of HVAC professionals.
• Be prepared to work independently to complete quality work.

Skills

BCTQ in applicable trade

Class 'B' Gas Ticket

Knowledge of direct digital control (DDC)

Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Surrey Schools is seeking to fill a vacancy in our HVAC / mechanical team. Whether you’re a seasoned HVAC tradesperson seeking work-life balance or a new graduate with experience in a variety of HVAC systems, we invite you to apply.

The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples : The q̓ íce̓ y̓ - Katzie, the qʼwa : n̓ƛʼən̓ - Kwantlen and the SEMYOME - Semiahmoo First Nations, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Spread across one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in British Columbia, Surrey Schools is the city\'s second largest employer. Located on Canada\'s spectacular West Coast, we are just 30 minutes southeast of Vancouver. Surrey Schools is the largest and fastest growing public school district in BC, with 140 sites across 328km2, offering staff the opportunity to work close to home. Our team of approximately 12,000 employees works to ensure children get the best start in life.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager of Mechanical Maintenance within the Facilities Division, the HVAC / Mechanical Tradesperson is responsible for a variety of projects including renovations, repairs, and new installations in over 140 school district sites and offices. The successful applicant must be a team-player ready to be part of a cohesive, effective team of professionals in this busy department of A & B Gasfitters, Plumbers, HVACR Mechanics, who hold great pride in their work. The department requires applicants to be prepared to work effectively in a small team as well as independently to complete top-quality work in various District facilities. Experience and training in institutional facilities is a bonus. The successful applicant will have access to top-quality tools and equipment, a well-maintained fleet of vehicles and the District Facilities Centre located in the heart of Surrey.

The Mechanical Tradesperson position typically works 7:00 to 3:00, Monday to Friday, with shift times potentially varying including some afternoon work.

Qualifications

• BCTQ in an applicable trade, ideally Millwright, Gas Fitter or Refrigeration, or another trade with experience in a variety of HVAC / Mechanical work
• Class “B” Gas Ticket (Class “A” ticket or electrical endorsement is a bonus)
• Knowledge of direct digital control (DDC)
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license
• Sufficient physical strength and health to perform the duties of the position

This is a unionized position that offers an hourly wage rate of $40.65 plus a benefits package (municipal pension, health, vacation & sick benefits). The effective date is per collective agreement.

Application & Selection

Interested and qualified applicants can apply by clicking “apply online.” For questions, please call 604-572-0500 and ask for Manager, Mechanical Department. This competition will remain open until the positions are filled. Note: The successful applicant is required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment. Only applicants selected for interviews are contacted.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Education

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