Description
Submit your application to the Builders’ Talent Network for the position of a HVAC Refrigeration Technician.
Respect of your goal:
• Actively seeking employment
• Open to opportunities
• Seeking internship
The Builders’ Talent Network allows companies in building, civil engineering and excavation to view your profile and contact you directly according to their needs. You may update or withdraw your application at any time.
Description
The HVAC Refrigeration Technician installs, commissions, services and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems on a variety of sites (residential, commercial, industrial). Depending on the project and specialty, they work on heat pumps, cooling towers, air handling units and refrigeration equipment. This role demands a solid understanding of thermal and refrigeration principles, electromechanical skills and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities
• Read and interpret HVAC-refrigeration plans, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical schematics.
• Prepare and install system components (compressors, evaporators, condensers, ductwork, piping).
• Perform refrigerant connections: brazing, crimping, securing piping and installing valves.
• Commission systems: charge refrigerant, adjust pressure/temperature settings and balance airflows.
• Troubleshoot faults and malfunctions (leaks, electrical or mechanical issues) and carry out necessary repairs.
• Conduct preventive maintenance: clean components, replace filters, check pressures and ensure system integrity.
• Calibrate and adjust controls and automation devices (thermostats, sensors, VFDs).
• Write detailed service reports and maintain up-to-date technical documentation and maintenance records.
• Comply with safety regulations (building codes, electrical code, lifting procedures, PPE) and keep work areas tidy.
• Coordinate with other trades (electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians) to manage interfaces and hand-offs.
Requirements
• Diploma in Industrial Refrigeration, Refrigeration Engineering or a related field.
• Provincial certification or licence for refrigerant handling (e.g. Quebec Gas Vapour licence F or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience installing and servicing HVAC-refrigeration systems is an asset.
• Proficiency in brazing, crimping and welding refrigeration piping.
• Strong understanding of refrigeration circuits, heat load calculations and hydraulic schematics.
• Basic electrical skills for wiring and diagnosing electrical components.
• Skilled in the use of measurement tools: gauges, multimeter, leak detector, combustion analyser.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple sites.
• Self-motivation, rigour and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interactions.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel frequently between job sites.
Please specify your particular skills and interests in the application form.
