HVAC Apprentice 1 or 2 UA787

Description

ABOUT US

BGIS is a technically driven global leader in integrated facility management and real estate services. With a combined team of over 10000 professionals worldwide we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver for our clients businesses. Globally we manage over 600 million square feet of client portfolios across 42500 locations in North America Europe Australia and Asia. For further information visit

SUMMARY

The HVAC Apprentice holds a valid Certificate of Qualification issued by the province in which the work is performed. The incumbent is responsible for operating facility systems performing preventative and corrective maintenance routine services on facility mechanical and other systems for the assigned facility within the limits of company policy and trade certification. The HVAC Apprentice is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental health and safety security and fire protection.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Installation & Troubleshooting

• Installs air conditioning heating and related equipment and components.
• Overhauls and services air conditioning heating units and systems.
• Repairs replaces and adjusts worn or broken parts HVAC equipment.
• Repairs and adjusts valves piping connections fittings and couplings.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with heating and air conditioning units and systems.
• Installs motors thermostats and humidistats.

Maintenance

• Performs work in accordance to established processes and practices.
• Complies with all internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental health and safety fire protection.
• Responds to routine and on-demand service requests and performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities at assigned facility.
• Performs regular monitoring inspection preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure facility uptime and safety objectives are met uninterrupted client operation and asset integrity of assigned facility is maintained.
• Monitors assigned facility by conducting facility walkthroughs mechanical and electrical equipment and systems monitoring.
• Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance (PM) program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified recorded and escalated and that related documentations are maintained.
• Maintains accurate inventory of all assigned tools/equipment and arranges for repair and replacement where required.

Client Relations

• Provides observations about facility facility mechanical conditions and deficiencies and provides recommendations for enhancement and repair.
• Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.

Administration

• Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.
• Ensures the manner in which work is performed is in compliance with corporate and legislated policies procedures practices and guidelines related to environmental health and safety fire protection and any other applicable requirements.
• Maintains all assigned tools and arranges for repair and replacement where required
• Submits all expenditures on a timely basis.
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• College Diploma/Certification required
• Minimum of 5 years experience required as a licensed HVAC/Refrigeration Technician
• Strong ability to adhere and to properly execute processes and practices relating to facility operations and maintenance
• Ability to maintain building mechanical and other system troubleshooting and resolution skills
• Current knowledge of fire life safety and building codes and standards and ability to research and apply related codes and standards
• Possesses a strong environmental health and safety mindset. Ability to perform work in a safe manner
• Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency
• Effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay exchange feedback and clarification
• Mentoring skills required to support lower level technicians development
• Must be able and willing to work shifts be available for on-call/standby and emergency call-outs as they arise
• Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment
• Must meet enhanced security clearance requirements
• Valid drivers license

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Must hold a valid HVAC Certificate of Qualification issued by the province in which the work is performed. (e.g. 313A in Ontario)
• Minimum Gasfitter II license G I preferred

This is a regular full-time position with a salary range as per collective agreement.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation we will consult with the applicant in question and provide or arrange for the provision of suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility.

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1