refrigeration mechanic
Your tasks
- Install and overhaul heating systems.
- Install refrigeration systems.
- Install ventilation, air handling and air conditioning systems.
- 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.
- Handle, recover and store refrigerants.
- Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems.
Type of service and repair Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
Control systems
- Energy conservation.
- Electrical devices.
Air conditioning and refrigeration systems
- Rooftop (self-contained).
- Heat pump.
- Air motioning and circulation.
- Built up (split system).
- Ventilation.
Green job Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.
Requirements
Education Registered Apprenticeship certificate. or equivalent experience.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification.
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Certificate.
- Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) Certificate.
- First Aid Certificate.
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
Security and safety
- Basic security clearance.
- Driver's validity licence check.
Own tools/equipment
- Tools.
- Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability
- Punctuality.
- Client focus.
- Dependability.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Flexibility.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
Experience an asset.
What we offer
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence.
- Vehicle supplied by employer.
Health benefits
- Dental plan.
- Disability benefits.
- Health care plan.
- Paramedical services coverage.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
Long term benefits Long-term care insurance.
Other benefits
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- Transportation provided by employer.
- Variable or compressed work week.
How to apply
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Other
Work site environment Hot. Cold/refrigerated. Odours. Outdoors.
Work setting On-site customer service.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Physically demanding.
- Handling heavy loads.
- Standing for extended periods.
- Bending, crouching, kneeling.
- Attention to detail.
- Manual dexterity.
Employment terms options To be determined.