Job description

Corona Gas Ltd. is seeking an experienced HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) Mechanic for a permanent, full-time position in Surrey, British Columbia. The successful candidate will provide installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair services at customer locations throughout Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

Employer: Corona Gas Ltd.
Business address: 110-19289 Langley Bypass, Surrey, BC, V3S 6K1
Work location: On-site at the employer’s location and customer service locations
Position: HVAC Mechanic
Number of vacancies: 1
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Wage: $42.00 per hour
Schedule: Morning, daytime, evening, weekend and rotating on-call shifts may be required due to the nature of HVAC service work and customer demand
Language: English

Main duties:

• Install, replace and overhaul heating systems, including furnaces, heat pumps and related equipment.
• Install refrigeration systems and assemble refrigeration and air-conditioning components.
• Install and service ventilation, air-handling and air-conditioning systems.
• Inspect, maintain and repair refrigeration equipment used in refrigerated commercial vehicles.
• Review blueprints, technical instructions and manufacturer specifications to determine installation and servicing requirements.
• Measure and mark reference points for the placement of equipment, piping and system components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration system problems.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical, electrical and control components.
• Start newly installed or repaired systems and test for leaks and proper operation using appropriate testing equipment.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, including refrigerant recharging, pressure checks, regulator testing and control calibration.
• Explain equipment operation and maintenance requirements to customers and provide professional on-site service.
• Guide and instruct apprentices in installation, maintenance and safety procedures when required.
• Complete service records and follow applicable safety requirements, manufacturer specifications and industry standards.

Education and certification requirements:

• Registered Apprenticeship Certificate in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic trade or equivalent relevant training and experience.
• At a minimum, the worker must be registered with SkilledTradesBC as an apprentice. A certified journeyperson or an individual holding valid authorization as a Trade Qualifier may also qualify.

Experience and skills:

• At least two years of relevant HVAC or refrigeration installation, maintenance and repair experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical instructions and manufacturer specifications.
• Experience troubleshooting HVAC and refrigeration systems and performing leak testing, refrigerant servicing and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to use HVAC tools and testing equipment safely.
• Good communication, customer-service and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, outdoor and on-site service environments.