HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mechanic

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

Noisy. Hot. Cold/refrigerated.

Work setting:

Relocation costs covered by employer. Willing to relocate.

Tasks:

• Install and overhaul heating systems.
• Install refrigeration systems.
• Install ventilation, air handling and air conditioning systems.
• Measure and lay out reference points for installation.
• 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.
• Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment.
• 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.
• Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification.

Control systems:

Energy conservation. Electrical devices. On-board diagnostics.

Air conditioning and refrigeration systems:

Rooftop (self-contained). Heat pump. Filtration. Built up (split system). Humidification and de-humidification system. Ventilation.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Transportation/travel information:

Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Physically demanding. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Attention to detail.

Own tools/equipment:

• Tools.
• Safety equipment/gear.
• Steel-toed safety boots.
• Safety glasses/goggles.
• Gloves.

Personal suitability:

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

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

Flexible hours. Morning. To be determined. Day.

Green job:

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.

Support for persons with disabilities:

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees .

Support for youths:

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.

Support for Indigenous people:

Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers .