Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician - Maintenance and Operations

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Mira Road, NS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Maintenance and Operations, the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Tech supports the safe and effective functioning of healthcare facilities. The role is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems in accordance with codes, standards, and policies. The incumbent ensures system reliability, uses and modifies programming of the building automation system (BAS), conducts preventive maintenance, and provides emergency response to minimize downtime in critical care environments. Travel between NSH sites may be required.

Requirements

Refrigeration Air Conditioning Journeyperson Red Seal required.
One year post journeyperson experience is required.
Ability to work in an environment with conflicting priorities, demanding deadlines, and time pressures.
Knowledge of applicable safety codes required.
Demonstrated knowledge and observation of safe work practices is required.
Proficiency in the use of computers (e.g. Microsoft Office) required.
Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience working with a safety permit system.
Demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to carry out physically demanding tasks, work in all weather conditions, work from heights and in enclosed spaces as necessary, and be able to carry out duties safely, effectively, and efficiently.
Must possess and maintain a valid Nova Scotia driver's license and have access to reliable transportation as required.

Nice To Haves

May be required to work evening/night shift.

Responsibilities

Supports the safe and effective functioning of healthcare facilities.
Responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems in accordance with codes, standards, and policies.
Ensures system reliability.
Uses and modifies programming of the building automation system (BAS).
Conducts preventive maintenance.
Provides emergency response to minimize downtime in critical care environments.
Travel between NSH sites may be required.