HVAC & Gas Technician

Valbruna ASW Inc., the premier specialty steel‑making facility located in Welland, ON, has an immediate requirement for the following position:

HVAC & GAS TECHNICIAN

313A & G2

Valbruna ASW Inc. operates a dynamic and versatile facility and has a long and storied history in the steelmaking business, with roots in Welland dating back to 1918. Our acquisition by Valbruna Italy, combined with improvements in efficiency and production flexibility, have placed us among the premier specialty steel producers in North America. However, the fundamental component to our success is our people. The expertise, commitment and adaptability of our team are our most valuable assets and will be critical to the achievement of our future objectives.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the HVAC & Gas Technician’s duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Replace and remove filter and belts, visual inspection of the cabinet, flush drain and water piping, clean all condenser and evap. coils as needed, blow out blower housing and cabinets with nitrogen, check piping insulation, test/check and record refrigerant pressure, test and check electrical thermostat, lubricant applied as needed.
• Test operation, complete service report for each unit including all necessary data (make/model/serial/general condition, unit/tag area served, work completed, material used.
• Cooperate with PM engineers to draft technical specifications for the purchase and installation of new equipment or specialized interventions on machines in use. Supervision and verification of the performed job by contractor.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Must have a valid 313A Certificate of Qualification for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems.
• Must have valid G2 Gas License.
• At least three years of relevant experience working as an HVAC & Gas Technician, preferably in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting would be considered an asset.
• Willing to work rotating shifts (days, nights, and afternoons), overtime as required, and the occasional weekends.
• Mechanical aptitude with proven trouble‑shooting and diagnostic skills.
• Superior analytical, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, whether working independently or as part of a team.
• Strong safety track record.
• A strong willingness to work in a fast‑paced, lean environment where adaptability, innovation and hard work are valued above all else.

*This is a union position paying $45.11 per hour with overtime available after 40 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement, and a shift premium is paid to employees working the afternoon shift ($0.35) and ($0.55) working the night shift. Valbruna ASW Inc. offers an excellent benefits package, including health insurance and pension plan. If you would like to be considered for this role, please send your resume directly via e‑mail with “HVAC & Gas Technician” in the subject line. No agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest but can only commit to contacting suitable and qualified candidates.

*Valbruna ASW Inc. is a supporter of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities ACT (AODA) and is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the AODA. Accommodations will be provided to all applicants with disabilities during any stage of the recruitment process. Please include a summary of the accommodations required in your application e‑mail.