HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mechanic

Job summary

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heating, refrigeration, ventilation, air conditioning, and heat pump systems. Interpret plans and codes, handle refrigerants, test systems, provide customer service, and coach apprentices.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience Experience 5 years or more On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Green job Help - Green job – Help Green job – Help Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. Learn more about green jobs. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank. The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target. 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 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 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 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

What you’ll do

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heating, refrigeration, ventilation, air conditioning, and heat pump systems. Interpret plans and codes, handle refrigerants, test systems, provide customer service, and coach apprentices.

Requirements

Requires an other trades certificate or diploma, or equivalent experience, and at least five years of experience. Relevant trade certifications and safety credentials are listed, along with a valid driver's licence, physical capability for demanding work, and strong communication and customer-service skills.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Paramedical Services Coverage
• Vision Care Benefits
• Bonus
• Gasoline Paid
• Group Insurance Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Maternity and Parental Benefits
• Free Parking
• Employer-Paid Learning and Training
• On-Site Amenities
• Paid Time Off
• Team-Building Opportunities
• Travel Insurance

Listed skills

• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• HVAC Installation and Overhaul
• Refrigeration Systems
• Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Troubleshooting
• Piping, Welding, and Brazing
• System Testing and Leak Detection
• Refrigerant Handling and Recovery
• Preventive Maintenance
• Gas Code Interpretation
• Customer Service
• Apprentice Coaching
• Direct Digital Controls
• Pneumatic Controls
• Heat Pumps
• Geothermal Systems

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Customer Service & Support