Air conditioning Jobs in Hamilton, ON

Unit Summary

The Engineering Department at Hamilton Health Sciences is an integral part of the support services, providing facilities maintenance services to all buildings, wards and departments at Chedoke, General, Henderson, JCC and McMaster Medical Centre sites. The Engineering staff is comprised of numerous and varied trades, including Stationary Engineers in the power plant, Electricians, Plumbers, Millwrights, Carpenters, Painters, etc. all contributing to the safe and efficient operation of the facilities. The department's goals can best be summarized as "SERVICE EXCELLENCE".

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the A/C Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, installation and operation of all air conditioning units and equipment. Performs other duties as may be assigned.Functions in accordance with duties defined in the job description as an A/C Mechanic. May be assigned to work at any HHS site.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday to Friday; days

Qualifications

1.Current Province of Ontario Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Certificate of Qualification
2. Must hold a Province of Ontario "Ozone Depletion" certificate
3. Minimum of five years as a qualified Tradesperson
4. Demonstrated experience in the maintenance, repair and installation of all types of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment
5. Demonstrated ability to use the tools and equipment of the trade
6. Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions
7. Demonstrated ability to bend, crawl, lift heavy items, climb and work from ladders and scaffolding
8. Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in areas that are cold, hot, dusty, dirty, noisy, amongst machinery, at elevated levels and have cramped quarters
9. Must be willing to provide own hand tools of the trade
10. Gas Fitter II License preferred
11. Sheet metal experience is an asset

Guidelines

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.