Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic; HVAC​/R

Join Our Team! – Full-Time Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (HVAC/R)

Are you a skilled HVAC professional looking to make a difference in your community?
The School District is looking for a dedicated Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic to help keep our schools and facilities safe, healthy, and comfortable for students and staff.

In this role, you will work with a supportive team to maintain and improve our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across the district. Your expertise will help ensure our buildings run efficiently year-round.

• Service, repair, install, and maintain a variety of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and components.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain boilers, rooftop ventilation units, forced air systems, cooling plants, and related equipment.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair pneumatic and electronic controls, thermostats, and DDC (Direct Digital Control) systems.
• Perform pipe fitting duties associated with heating and cooling system maintenance and installations.
• Utilize computer software to program, monitor, and schedule automated heating and ventilation systems.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, and district standards.

• High school graduation or the equivalent.
• Valid BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement as Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (HVAC/R)
• Valid BC Class B Certificate of Qualification with a Red Seal endorsement issued by Skilled Trades BC and/or a Certificate of Qualification issued by Technical Safety BC.
• Two Years work experience in HVAC service as Red Seal Journeyperson
• Physical capability to perform the job duties.

This position requires a self-motivated individual who can organize daily tasks, work independently, and collaborate effectively as part of a team. They are also skilled and careful in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment common to the trade, ensuring safe and efficient work practices.

This Full Time position pays $38.78 per hour with a comprehensive benefit package that includes dental, extended health, pension, paid sick time, paid vacation time and other incentives.

Please submit your application by clicking the APPLY button next to the job details.

Applications should include a cover letter, detailed personal resume, and contact information for two supervisory references, and any other relevant supporting documentation including trade certification, red seal certificates, etc.

Please note: Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools thanks all applicants for their interest in working with us, however, only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.