Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician - Maintenance & Operations

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Bridgewater, NS

1d•CA$34 - CA$39•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the manager of Maintenance and Operations, the Air conditioning/Refrigeration Technician (Technician)is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all refrigeration systems and associated air conditioning units within the Nova Scotia Health. The Technicians work independently and/or with others to repair, install, and maintain refrigeration/air conditioning systems including all electrical components, controls, and related equipment. The Technician is required to work with minimum supervision and must be able to make competent decisions including troubleshooting/repairing equipment, adapting quickly to priority situations while working under constant deadlines to provide and maintain services critical to direct patient care and building systems.

Requirements

Refrigeration Air Conditioning Journeyperson Red Seal
Minimum of one year post journeyperson experience
Knowledge of building code standards, OH&S and refrigeration systems and components (i.e. domestic & industrial). Systems operate on the Freon family of refrigerants
Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to operate various motor vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment related to the work environment
Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational and problem-solving skills
Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health

Nice To Haves

Competencies in other languages is an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient operation of all refrigeration systems and associated air conditioning units.
Repair, install, and maintain refrigeration/air conditioning systems including all electrical components, controls, and related equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair equipment.
Adapt quickly to priority situations while working under constant deadlines.