heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) mechanic

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Measure and lay out reference points for installation
• Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components
• Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment
• Start up system and test for leaks using testing devices
• Perform maintenance such as, recharging system with refrigerant, checking and testing regulators or calibrating system
• Install, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul entire heating, ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems
• Handle, recover and store refrigerants
• Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems
• Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
• Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
• Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
• Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)