Journeyperson Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (3080)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary:

Position: HVAC Journeyperson (Camp & Plant Positions Available)

Type: Full Time

Location: CNUL Albian

Schedule: 7x7 (rotating dayshift & nightshift)

Compensation Details:

• Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits
  
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
  
• Night shift premium applicable

Other Incentives:

• Progression and development opportunities
  
• Company support for recertification of required tickets
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Overtime available but not guaranteed
• Accommodations provided
  
• Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub

Role Summary:

Bouchier is looking for an HVAC Journeyperson who would be responsible for the maintenance and repair of HVAC+R systems, as well as keeping equipment clean, fixed and maintained for the client. The HVAC group ensures the heating, cooling and ventilation systems in a building are always operational. This entails routine inspections, as well as maintenance and repairs of new and existing systems. The HVAC Journeyperson makes recommendations pertaining to improvements that can be made.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Install refrigeration or air conditioning components
• Repair & replace refrigeration piping and components
• Install, troubleshoot, repair & perform routine maintenance and servicing on makeup airs, air handlers, exhaust fans, unit heaters, wall mounts, packaged air conditioners, split systems and other HVAC+R systems as required
• Handle, recover and store refrigerants following safe handling requirements (ODS)
• Test and repair electrical components including motors, VFDs, and control systems (PLC systems)
• Provide training, mentorship and support for Apprentices as required
• Must be able to work outside under adverse conditions
• Must be comfortable with working at heights
• Must be able to maintain high level of safe work practices at all times
  
• You are required to supply your own basic hand tools
• Other duties as assigned
  

Education & Experience:

• Must hold valid Red Seal Journeyman Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Certification
• Class A Ticket would be considered an asset
  
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a ticketed journeyman preferred
  
• Previous oil sands site experience will be considered an asset
  
• ODS HRAI Certification
  
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Clean 5-year Driver's Abstract Required
• CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required
  
• WHMIS 2015
  
• Strong mechanical ability and problem-solving skills
• Good co-ordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to troubleshoot and rectify a large variety of operational problems
• Good physical strength and stamina
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
  
• Ability to work well with co-workers, contractors & clients
• All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English.
• Continuously strive to foster a safe work environment
  
• Must currently reside in Canada and be eligible to work in Canada
  

Application Instructions:

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and drivers abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found.

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.