HVAC Refrigeration Technician (Laboratories, Pharma & Medical Facilities) – GTA

HVAC / Refrigeration Technician – Scientific & Laboratory EquipmentLocation: Greater Toronto Area – Toronto, North York & Scarborough
Compensation: Local 787 Journeyman Rates Join an established mechanical services organization supporting healthcare, laboratory, pharmaceutical, research and manufacturing facilities. This opportunity offers specialized technical work within a collaborative team that values safety, ongoing training and professional development. The Opportunity We are seeking a licensed HVAC / Refrigeration Technician to join a Scientific Services team supporting customers across Toronto, North York and Scarborough. You will maintain, troubleshoot and repair specialized refrigeration and scientific equipment, perform on-site calibrations and help customers keep critical equipment operating reliably. Previous laboratory equipment experience is an asset. This opportunity may also suit a licensed refrigeration technician with strong diagnostic skills and an interest in developing expertise in scientific equipment. Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair refrigeration and scientific equipment used in healthcare, laboratory, pharmaceutical, research and manufacturing environments.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections and equipment performance checks.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and refrigeration-related faults and complete appropriate repairs.
• Perform on-site calibrations for temperature, humidity, CO₂ and speed, as applicable to the equipment.
• Respond promptly and professionally to emergency repair requests.
• Prepare repair estimates, recommend corrective actions and order replacement parts as required.
• Communicate clearly with customers about equipment issues, service recommendations and work completed.
• Accurately complete service reports, calibration records, maintenance logs and parts documentation.
• Follow company service standards, work instructions, applicable safety requirements and customer procedures.
• Work independently at customer sites and collaborate with technicians and internal support teams.

Qualifications

• Valid HVAC/Refrigeration journeyperson licens- 313a
• Strong mechanical, electrical and refrigeration troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently, organize service priorities and maintain accurate documentation.
• Professional communication skills and a strong customer service approach.
• Dependable, adaptable and committed to safe, quality workmanship.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, procedures and technical skills.

Experience Considered an Asset Hands-on service experience with one or more of the following is required:

• Ultra-low temperature freezers.
• Laboratory refrigerators and freezers.
• Environmental chambers.
• Incubators.
• Centrifuges.
• Freeze dryers.
• Other scientific or laboratory equipment.

Applicable manufacturer training is also an asset, along with experience performing equipment calibrations. What This Opportunity Offers

• Compensation aligned with Local 787 journeyman rates.
• Specialized work supporting laboratory, healthcare, pharmaceutical and research customers.
• Opportunities to expand your knowledge of scientific refrigeration and environmental equipment.
• A collaborative team with an emphasis on technical training and professional development.
• Long-term career opportunities within an established organization.

Interested?