Job Title: Journeyperson HVAC/Refrigeration Service Technician
Job Description
This role focuses on the installation, service, repair, and maintenance of commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including VRF systems, within commercial, institutional, and high-rise environments. The technician reads and interprets technical documentation, executes field work with a high degree of accuracy, and ensures all systems operate safely and efficiently while adhering to industry standards and safety procedures.
Responsibilities
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Read, interpret, and execute drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical documents related to refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
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Install, repair, overhaul, and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning systems and their component parts in commercial, institutional, and high-rise settings.
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Review blueprints, building codes, and specifications to determine work details, installation procedures, and compliance requirements.
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Assemble and install complete refrigeration or air conditioning systems, including piping, controls, and associated components.
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Assist with the design and layout of multi-head VRF systems, providing input based on field experience and best practices.
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Create detailed material lists from drawings and site layouts to support accurate procurement and efficient project execution.
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Start up and commission systems, including testing lines for leaks, verifying proper operation, and recording readings and test results.
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Direct and mentor apprentices on the installation of piping and HVAC systems, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards.
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Maintain accurate records of assignments, service calls, and installations, and produce detailed work reports as required.
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Diagnose malfunctions in HVAC and refrigeration systems and repair units by replacing or repairing controls, electrical wiring, or other faulty parts.
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Comply with industry standards, company procedures, and safety manuals, and consistently follow all safety rules and regulations.
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Communicate effectively with colleagues, apprentices, and building occupants to coordinate work and minimize disruption in occupied commercial spaces.
Essential Skills
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Minimum 3+ years of HVAC service experience in commercial, institutional, or high-rise environments.
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Journeyperson Red Seal ticket in a relevant HVAC or refrigeration trade.
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Demonstrated HVAC service experience, including troubleshooting, repair, and commissioning of commercial systems.
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Strong ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
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Experience working with refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including installation and maintenance.
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Ability to travel reliably to various job sites.
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Clean driving record and ability to provide documentation as required.
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Good communication skills for interacting with team members, apprentices, and building occupants.
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Leadership skills to direct apprentices and support team performance.
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Reliability and strong sense of responsibility in completing assignments and meeting deadlines.
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Pride in workmanship and attention to detail in all aspects of installation and service.
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Eagerness to learn and develop professionally within the HVAC and refrigeration field.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
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Gasfitter B ticket is an asset.
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Additional years of HVAC service experience beyond the minimum requirement are considered an advantage.
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Experience in commercial construction and service within commercial and institutional buildings.
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Background working in commercial building and high-rise environments (no residential or townhome-only experience).
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Service experience in refrigeration and HVAC systems in commercial and institutional settings.
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Strong leadership qualities for guiding apprentices and supporting a high-performance team culture.
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Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, including continuing education relevant to the HVAC field.
Why Work Here?
Employees enjoy a work-hard, play-hard culture with top industry wages, generous benefits, and a strong focus on employee recognition and development. The company offers a signing bonus, pay that exceeds typical industry rates, and fully paid extended benefits premiums. Team members participate in company events such as golf tournaments, soccer teams, holiday celebrations, lake days, and have access to premium sports tickets. The organization supports long-term financial security through generous retirement savings contributions for journeypersons and apprentices and milestone awards that recognize dedication and performance. Lead employees receive company vehicles and laptops, and HVAC service technicians benefit from a four-day work week and modified self-scheduling. Additional perks include uniforms and PPE provided at no cost, a boot allowance, maternity and paternity pay top-up, renewed fleet vehicles every five years, and tuition reimbursement for continuing education relevant to the field.
Work Environment
The role is based in existing commercial buildings and infrastructure, working around business tenants in occupied spaces, so technicians must be presentable and professional at all times. All work is commercial in nature, with no residential assignments. The typical shift starts at 7:00 or 7:30 AM and runs for an eight-hour day, with overtime as required to meet project and service demands. Because much of the work involves tenant improvements, there may be days where tasks that generate significant noise are scheduled outside regular business hours, often after 4:00 or 5:00 PM, to minimize disruption. The culture emphasizes working hard and celebrating success, supported by company-provided uniforms (pants, shirts, jackets, sweatshirts) and PPE, access to a renewed fleet of vehicles, and a professional, safety-focused environment in commercial and institutional buildings.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Vancouver, BC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $159161.00/yr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,BC.
Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.
Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
