HVAC Technician

HVAC TECHNICIAN

Recognized for its diversity, dedication to inclusion, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a long history of providing high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to be "The Best Place to Learn and Lead".

Richmond School District operates 37 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, alternate programs, continuing education and a number of additional facilities. The district enrolls approximately 22,000 students (K-12) and employs over 3800 dedicated staff.

The Richmond School District is currently seeking a full-time HVAC Technician. This position provides Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Piping services at a journeyperson level to ensure a safe and healthy environment and air quality for students, staff and other building users. The incumbent installs upgrades, services, repairs and tests heating and ventilating systems throughout the District to ensure efficient operation. Work is performed independently but may receive instructions and guidance from the HVAC Technician "A" license when doing Class A gas fitting work.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Installs, upgrades, services, repairs and test heating, ventilating and refrigeration components, equipment and systems such as hot water, warm air, natural gas, propane, compressed air, pneumatic and Direct Digital control to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Responds to HVAC and piping emergencies throughout District facilities, such as gas leaks, leaking or burst pipes and lack of heat.
• Troubleshoots technical problems with respect to HVAC piping systems and balances HVAC systems.
• Provides technical advice and information to District managers, administrators, tradespeople and outside contractors in the HVAC and piping trades' capacity. Provides direction to temporary employees and outside contractors.
• Maintains familiarity with standards, codes and by-laws regulating the HVAC trade including maintaining current knowledge of technological, procedural and regulatory developments.
• Reads and interprets plans, drawings and specifications of District facilities for the layout of HVAC and piping system upgrades and repairs. Develops manual plans, sketches and drawings for the purpose of job layouts, permit applications, and estimating time and materials required to complete the work.
• Completes written records related to work performed.
• Performs duties in compliance with District and Government health and safety procedures and regulations that relate to the work performed to minimize potential for accidents, injuries or hazards.
• Operates and maintains a District vehicle. This includes maintaining the vehicle's HVAC equipment and and materials inventory as necessary and inspecting vehicle for safe operation, reporting any defects to the supervisor as per District procedure and keeping it clean and adding operating fluids as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent plus a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Apprenticeship and a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Qualification on one or more of the Piping Trades as established by the needs of the department: Plumbing, Steam Fitting/Pipe Fitting, or Refrigeration.
• Two (2) years experience at a Journeyperson level in commercial and institutional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning service work including maintenance, repair and installation of commercial and industrial equipment.
• Class "B" gas license with electrical endorsement.
• Thorough knowledge of current techniques, methods, procedures and equipment applicable to the HVAC trade.
• Working knowledge of computerized software and equipment applicable to the HVAC trade.
• Ability to organize workload, work under periodic pressure and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, pushing, pulling and moving heavy materials, equipment and supplies and working in confined spaces.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.
• Competency in the use and care of tools and equipment common to the trade.
• Good interpersonal skills.

The Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGTBQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Preference will be given to those applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Metis) as part of their application.

Due to the number of applications we receive, only those candidates who are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.