Refrigeration Technician

7 days ago


Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada Nanaimo Forest Products Full time $114,688 - $236,424 per year

Join a company that prides itself on putting its people first.
Competitive salary: $53.45/hour

About The Organization:

Created in 2008 and privately held, Harmac Pacific Pulp operates a Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft pulp mill on the East coast of Vancouver Island near Nanaimo, BC. Nanaimo Forest Products (NFP) Ltd., the owner of the Harmac Pacific trademark, restarted the mill with a single production line on October 3, 2008. Since that time the mill has grown to two production lines and a capacity of 400,000 tonnes of world-class pulp per year. Key to Harmac's success is the employee ownership model. Our employees are very active participants in the running of the business and have 2 members that they appoint to the company's 6 seats on its Board of Directors. 

The future of Harmac Pacific Pulp is looking bright. Through extensive capital investments, the organization has made significant improvements to productivity and reliability. In addition, as of 2013, the installation has been complete of a 25 MW Green Energy turbogenerator which we currently use to sell power to BC Hydro. 

Job description:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Refrigeration Technician to join our team at Harmac Pacific Pulp Mill. Under the direction of the Mechanical Superintendent, you will support operations by performing

You are an independent self-starter, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. In addition, you are highly organized and adaptable to changes in the work environment. Able to think on your feet and shift priorities mid project as emergency repairs arrive.  This position comes under a Labour Agreement with the PPWC Local #8 union and is scheduled for a 4 day, 10 hr/day work week.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings or other specifications
  • Measure and lay out reference points for installation
  • Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components such as motors, controls, gauges, valves, circulating pumps, condensers, humidifiers, evaporators and compressors using hand and power tools
  • Measure and cut piping, and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment
  • Install, troubleshoot and overhaul entire heating, ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems
  • Start up system and test for leaks using testing devices
  • Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems
  • Have a working knowledge of centrifugal chillers
  • Computer skills for navigating DCS controls
  • Having working knowledge of steam heating systems
Qualifications:Interprovincial Refrigeration Technician Trades QualificationDemonstrate the values of safety, teamwork, and accountability and work well with others.Attention to detail, especially ensuring specific steps are followed to complete a task and have high standards towards quality control.  Along with your qualifications, you will be a proven team player who is excited about contributing to the business. We value initiative and the willingness to work with others to move our business forward. Benefits
This position offers a wealth of benefits including Extended Health & Dental Benefits, AD&D, Group Life, and Long-Term Disability Coverage, and a Retirement Pension.  The company and union also provide their own Short-Term Disability Plan.
Best of all, you will be joining a company that prides itself on putting its people first. This is a job that will truly enrich your life both personally and professionally


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