heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) mechanic

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week
Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Work setting
Troubleshooting
Tasks
Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components
Coach and instruct apprentices
Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment
Provide customer service
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
Handle, recover and store refrigerants
Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Certificate
Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) Certificate
Apprenticeship training
Level two apprenticeship training
Level three apprenticeship training
Level four apprenticeship training
Level five apprenticeship training
Control systems
Energy conservation
Computerized monitoring
Electrical devices
Electronic and solid state
Direct digital control system
Air conditioning and refrigeration systems
Rooftop (self-contained)
Heat pump
Filtration
Built up (split system)
Humidification and de-humidification system
Ventilation
Specialization or experience
Green economy sector
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demanding
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment
Tools
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Punctuality
Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Initiative
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Do you live near the job location?
Employment terms options
On call
Green job
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
Workplace information
On the road job
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Bonus
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits