Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician - Maintenance and Operations

Job summary

The technician is responsible for the maintenance, repair, upgrading, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems across Nova Scotia Health sites. They must perform physically demanding tasks, work in various environments, and respond to emergency situations as required.

Job details

Req ID: 210235Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII Department: FMS Maintenance Electricians HIType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Support PositionPosting Closing Date: 23-Nov-26About the Opportunity Under the general direction of the Assistant Manager, Maintenance and Operations, the Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician performs a variety of skills related to the trade which are required for the maintenance, repair, upgrading and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment for Nova Scotia Health sites.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Completion of an approved air conditioning/refrigeration apprenticeship program Nova Scotia Journeyperson Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Certificate Four years’ experience as a journeyperson Working knowledge of applicable safety codes Demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Eager to learn new skills and participate in on-the-job training Ability to work with minimal supervision and in emergency situations Valid training in the following would be considered an asset - WHMIS, confined space awareness, fall protection, Arc flash, first aid, lock-out tag-out and infection control Must be able to carry out physically-demanding tasks, work in all weather conditions, work from heights and in enclosed spaces as necessary, and be able to carry out duties safely, effectively and efficiently Able to communicate effectively with co-workers, customers and other staff Must possess and maintain a valid Nova Scotia driver's license and have access to reliable transportation as required Experience working with commercial equipment (chillers/cooling towers) Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Permanent, Full-Time Position; 75 Hours Bi-weekly Must be able to be on-call as required Compensation and Benefits $33.68 - $39.44 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. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Nova Scotia Health’s Employee Career Advice (ECA) Program supports internal employees in their career development and progression with résumé-building, interview skill development, resources and advice for optimizing job searches, and more. Employees can book a one-on-one meeting or view upcoming workshops on the ECA Intranet page or via email at employeecareeradvice@nshealth.ca.

What you’ll do

The technician is responsible for the maintenance, repair, upgrading, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems across Nova Scotia Health sites. They must perform physically demanding tasks, work in various environments, and respond to emergency situations as required.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Nova Scotia Journeyperson Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Certificate and have at least four years of experience. A valid driver's license and the ability to work in enclosed spaces or at heights are also required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Defined benefit pension plan

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Air conditioning maintenance
• Refrigeration repair
• HVAC systems
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Safety code compliance
• Chiller maintenance
• Cooling tower maintenance
• Emergency response
• Preventive maintenance
• Operations
• Problem Solving
• Safety Standards
• Willingness To Learn
• First Aid
• Valid Driver's License
• Infection Control
• Disabilities
• Lock Out / Tag Out
• Intranet
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• HVAC Certification
• Fall Protection
• Cooling Towers

Job areas

• Trades
• Healthcare
• Engineering
• Construction
• Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician
• HVAC Mechanic / Installer
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics
• Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

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