Overview

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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Work site environment

Noisy
Hot
Cold/refrigerated
Odours
Outdoors

Work setting

On-site customer service
Relocation costs not covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks

Install and overhaul heating systems
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
Prepare price quotations

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification
Working at heights training
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Certificate
Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) Certificate
Transport Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Certification
First Aid Certificate
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Control systems

Electrical devices
Pneumatic devices
On-board diagnostics
Direct digital control system

Air conditioning and refrigeration systems

Rooftop (self-contained)
Heat pump
Air motioning and circulation
Filtration
Built up (split system)
Humidification and de-humidification system
Ventilation
Cooling tower
Geothermal

Specialization or experience

Green economy sector
Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional information

Security and safety

Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence
Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

Tools
Steel-toed safety boots
Gloves

Personal suitability

Punctuality
Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Reliability
Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Bonus
Gasoline paid
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits

Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
On-site amenities
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Parking available
Travel insurance

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for persons with disabilities

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for youths

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Support for mature workers

Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

Jobs

HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mechanic

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