HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mechanic

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

Noisy. Hot. Cold/refrigerated. Outdoors.

Tasks:

• Install refrigeration systems.
• Install ventilation, air handling and air conditioning systems.
• Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation.
• Measure and lay out reference points for installation.
• Prepare tenders and quotations.
• Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements.
• Troubleshoot heating systems.
• Troubleshoot ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components.
• Coach and instruct apprentices.
• Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment.
• Provide customer service.
• Start up system and test for leaks using testing devices.
• Perform maintenance such as, recharging system with refrigerant, checking and testing regulators or calibrating system.
• Interpret gas codes.
• Handle, recover and store refrigerants.
• Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Physically demanding. Handling heavy loads. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Attention to detail. Manual dexterity.

Personal suitability:

Punctuality. Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Reliability. Team player.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Green job:

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Long term benefits:

Long-term care insurance.