Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician - Maintenance & Operations
Top Benefits
About the role
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the manager of Maintenance and Operations, the Air conditioning/Refrigeration Technician (Technician) is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all refrigeration systems and associated air conditioning units within the Nova Scotia Health. The Technicians work independently and/or with others to repair, install, and maintain refrigeration/air conditioning systems including all electrical components, controls, and related equipment. The Technician is required to work with minimum supervision and must be able to make competent decisions including troubleshooting/repairing equipment, adapting quickly to priority situations while working under constant deadlines to provide and maintain services critical to direct patient care and building systems.
About You
• Refrigeration Air Conditioning Journeyperson Red Seal required.
• Knowledge of building code standards, OH&S and refrigeration systems and components (i.e. Domestic & Industrial). These systems operate on the Freon family of refrigerants.
• One year post journeyperson experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to operate various motor vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment related to the work environment.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health.
• Competencies in other languages is an asset, French preferred.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Hours
- Permanent Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weekly.
- Travel: Up to 25%
Compensation and Benefits
$27.43 - $32.65 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician - Maintenance & Operations
Top Benefits
About the role
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the manager of Maintenance and Operations, the Air conditioning/Refrigeration Technician (Technician) is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all refrigeration systems and associated air conditioning units within the Nova Scotia Health. The Technicians work independently and/or with others to repair, install, and maintain refrigeration/air conditioning systems including all electrical components, controls, and related equipment. The Technician is required to work with minimum supervision and must be able to make competent decisions including troubleshooting/repairing equipment, adapting quickly to priority situations while working under constant deadlines to provide and maintain services critical to direct patient care and building systems.
About You
• Refrigeration Air Conditioning Journeyperson Red Seal required.
• Knowledge of building code standards, OH&S and refrigeration systems and components (i.e. Domestic & Industrial). These systems operate on the Freon family of refrigerants.
• One year post journeyperson experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to operate various motor vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment related to the work environment.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health.
• Competencies in other languages is an asset, French preferred.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Hours
- Permanent Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weekly.
- Travel: Up to 25%
Compensation and Benefits
$27.43 - $32.65 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations