HVAC and Refridgeration Technicians

Job summary

Technicians install, maintain, and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems to ensure safe environmental conditions within hospital facilities. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and supporting capital building projects.

Job details

Company Description Southlake Health is a leading Canadian healthcare organization with a century-long history of building healthy communities through innovative, person-centered care. As a regional network of hospitals and specialized programs, Southlake Health serves patients across northern York Region and southern Simcoe County, providing advanced cardiac and cancer care to a broader catchment area. With more than 6,000 staff, medical staff, volunteers, and learners, and an operating budget exceeding $600 million, the organization is recognized for its commitment to quality and patient safety, earning Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada for 16 consecutive years. Southlake Health invests in state-of-the-art technology, research, and integrated care initiatives like Southlake@home to keep care close to home. Supported by its communities, Southlake Health continues to expand services and innovate for current and future generations. Role Description This full-time, on-site role for HVAC and Refrigeration Technicians is based at Southlake Health in Newmarket, ON. Technicians install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across hospital and clinical facilities, ensuring safe and reliable environmental conditions for patients, visitors, and staff. Daily responsibilities include inspecting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues, and completing timely repairs in accordance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. The role involves collaborating with other facilities and clinical teams to minimize downtime, documenting work performed, and supporting capital projects and upgrades to building systems. Technicians are expected to respond to service calls, participate in on-call rotations as required, and contribute to continuous improvement of facility operations. Qualifications Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills, including troubleshooting HVAC and refrigeration systems. Knowledge of building systems and related trades, including plumbing and preventive maintenance practices. Solid understanding of electrical principles and safe working practices with electricity in building environments. Relevant environmental and safety credentials, such as EPA or equivalent refrigerant handling certification, and familiarity with applicable codes and regulations. Completion of a recognized HVAC/Refrigeration technician program, apprenticeship, or trade certification (e.g., 313A/313D or local equivalent). Experience in healthcare, institutional, or commercial facilities is an asset. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrated commitment to safety, infection control, and high-quality service in patient-focused environments.

What you’ll do

Technicians install, maintain, and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems to ensure safe environmental conditions within hospital facilities. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and supporting capital building projects.

Requirements

Candidates must have a recognized HVAC/Refrigeration technician program completion or trade certification such as 313A/313D. Required qualifications include refrigerant handling certification (EPA or equivalent) and strong mechanical diagnostic skills.

Listed skills

• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• HVAC Troubleshooting
• Refrigeration Repair
• Preventive Maintenance
• Electrical Principles
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• Diagnostic Skills
• Infection Control
• Building Systems Knowledge
• Plumbing
• Safety Compliance

Job areas

• Trades
• Healthcare
• Engineering
• Construction
• Security & Safety