Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

5 months ago

Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

About Us

Building and maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job.

The Building Services Group at the Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 2,400 buildings and infrastructure assets across a wide range of clients. We maintain and support various government buildings and other built assets, including museums, core buildings and office buildings supporting the work of government, correctional centres, and justice centres.

Without our Building Services staff’s proactive measures, equipment issues or failures could lead to an interruption of services provided. Sprinkler system installers support the overall safety and efficiency of our provincial building infrastructure.

About Our Opportunity

Under the general supervision of the Mechanical Trades Coordinator, the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic will install, maintain, service, repair, inspect and decommission industrial, commercial and residential heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC & R) units and systems in provincially owned and leased buildings serviced by the Department.

Primary Accountabilities

The Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic is responsible for connecting to and servicing air delivery systems, installing and servicing hydronic and secondary refrigerant systems and associated controls. This may include, but is not limited to, district heating and cooling systems. The Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic is responsible for ensuring that all work is completed in compliance with the National Building Code of Canada, National Energy Code, National Fire Code of Canada, and departmental requirements and standards.

Qualifications and Experience

High school diploma and Red Seal qualification - Certificate of Qualification as a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic must have a minimum of two (2) years experience as a Red Seal certified technician.

A valid Nova Scotia driver’s license is required.

Safety training in the following is considered assets: Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, Safety Orientation, First Aid Certification and CPR, WHMIS, Scaffolding Safety, Fall Protection (Basic and Scaffolding Practical), Confined Space Awareness, Elevating Work-Platforms.

You can analyze information, identify relationships, and have ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. The ability to efficiently and effectively obtain information and to exercise sound judgment, collaborate in a team environment, and demonstrate an understanding of cultural differences is essential. You must have good public relations skills and have ability to respond with tact and diplomacy when working with various government clients, contractors, public, and staff.


We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

Most of your work is completed indoors, but also occasionally outside where normal hazards of a construction site are present. Your safety is important to us, and we count on you to follow all safe work practices when handling machinery, tools, and materials. Some of your duties will require you to climb, work at heights, or within confined spaces.

What We Offer

Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies. Countless Career Paths. Pay Grade: TR 14 Salary Range:  $;- $;Hourly

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