HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mechanic

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install ventilation, air handling and air conditioning systems
• Troubleshoot ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems
• Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components
• 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
• 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
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Air conditioning and refrigeration systems

• Rooftop (self-contained)
• Air motioning and circulation
• Ventilation

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle

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

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Accurate
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available