Refrigeration Supervisor

The Refrigeration Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Refrigeration department and staff while taking a hands-on role in the installations, repairs, and maintenance of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in West Edmonton Mall. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Providing supervision, direction, and proper guidance to the Refrigeration team including both Journeypersons and Apprentices. Preparing, maintaining and adhering to an annual operating budget for the Refrigeration department and completing associated paperwork required. Responding to dispatch calls and delegating tasks and projects to the Refrigeration department team. Being involved in the interviewing and selection of Refrigeration staff members as well as conducting regular reviews and performance management if required. Communicating with other trades and Mall departments to ensure all Refrigeration needs are met in a timely manner. Completing inventory and ensuring any necessary materials are in stock or a purchase order is placed. Utilizing Journeyperson Refrigeration trade knowledge by repairing and maintaining component parts of air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilating systems in various areas of West Edmonton Mall. Ensuring the maintenance of all Refrigeration and HVAC Systems in West Edmonton mall such as; roof tops units, make-up air units, exhaust fans, and fan coils are maintained and functioning to meet the operational needs of the facility. Installing and replacing all types of pumps or refrigeration equipment, according to prints, specifications, diagrams or other instructions. Reading and interpret gauges and instruments and adjusts mechanisms such as valves, controls and pumps to control the levels of pressure in the distribution in systems. Other responsibilities as required. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a valid Journeyperson/Red Seal HVAC Refrigeration trade certification. A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years-experience as a Journeyperson in a Commercial or Industrial HVAC Refrigeration based repair environment. Must have proven leadership skills, teamworking and mentorship abilities with previous experience acting in a Supervisory level trades position. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment. Previous budgetary experience with a background in supplier relations. Strong computer skills and with the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs such as word, excel, and outlook and the ability to adapt and utilize new software and related emerging mobile technology in the workplace. Must be able to walk long distances, work from heights, work in small spaces and have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a full-time position that works Monday through Friday and includes on-call responsibilities as required. Must be able to pass a basic security clearance.

The Refrigeration Supervisor oversees the department and staff while performing hands-on installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems. They are also responsible for managing the annual operating budget, delegating tasks, and ensuring all facility equipment functions correctly.

Candidates must hold a valid Journeyperson/Red Seal HVAC Refrigeration trade certification and possess 5 to 7 years of experience in a commercial or industrial environment. Proven leadership skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs are essential for this role.

• Project managementPreferred

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• Refrigeration
• HVAC
• Supervision
• Budgeting
• Team leadership
• Preventive maintenance
• Equipment installation
• Performance management
• Inventory management
• Technical troubleshooting
• Microsoft Office
• Communication
• Mentorship
• Supplier relations
• Project management
• Reading Gauges
• Lifting Ability
• Microsoft Excel
• Computer Literacy
• Performance Management
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Outlook
• Operating Budget
• Valves (Piping)
• Ventilation
• Security Clearance
• Teamwork

• Trades
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Refrigeration Supervisor
• Refrigeration Technician
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics
• Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week