Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician - Maintenance and Operations

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health • Halifax, NS

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Assistant Manager, Maintenance and Operations, the Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technician performs a variety of skills related to the trade which are required for the maintenance, repair, upgrading and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment for Nova Scotia Health sites.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved air conditioning/refrigeration apprenticeship program
• Nova Scotia Journeyperson Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Certificate
• Four years’ experience as a journeyperson
• Working knowledge of applicable safety codes
• Demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in emergency situations
• Able to communicate effectively with co-workers, customers and other staff
• Must possess and maintain a valid Nova Scotia driver's license and have access to reliable transportation as required

Nice To Haves

• Eager to learn new skills and participate in on-the-job training
• Valid training in WHMIS
• Valid training in confined space awareness
• Valid training in fall protection
• Valid training in Arc flash
• Valid training in first aid
• Valid training in lock-out tag-out
• Valid training in infection control
• Must be able to carry out physically-demanding tasks
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be able to work from heights
• Must be able to work in enclosed spaces as necessary
• Experience working with commercial equipment (chillers/cooling towers)

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, repair, upgrading and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment.

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• travel insurance
• long-term disability insurance
• life insurance coverage
• defined benefit pension plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree