refrigeration technician

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: French
• Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Outdoors

Tasks

• Measure and lay out reference points for installation
• Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment
• Start up system and test for leaks using testing devices
• Recharge system with refrigerant, check and test regulators, calibrate system and perform routine maintenance or servicing
• Interpret gas codes
• Install, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul entire heating, ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems
• Handle, recover and store refrigerants
• Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems
• Read and interpret blueprints

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certification

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Workplace information

• On the road job

Other benefits

• Free parking available