Commercial HVAC and Refrigeration Journeyman
Salary and Benefits
The position pays between $54.00 - $65.00 per hour based on experience and a 40 hour work week.
Benefits include: extended health/dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long term disability, two (2) weeks’ vacation, company RRSP plan, paid training program and professional training and uniforms.
In addition, we offer company insurance for personal tools, incentive pay and much more.
About Us
Ashton Mechanical Group is growing! Ashton Mechanical LTD ("Ashton"), located at 140-4631 Shell Road in Richmond, BC is a leading provider of HVAC services. Our experienced technicians work throughout the Lower Mainland providing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and mechanical system service and maintenance. We provide a professional work environment with career advancement for when you are ready to take the next step.
A few quick facts about Ashton Mechanical Group:
- We are a family business with 100+ employees proudly serving Metro Vancouver for 35+ years.
- Our Commercial Team has service contracts with over 400 buildings and complete service, maintenance, replacement, and installation work year-round – we are never slow! We are proud to say we have never laid anyone off due to shortage of work.
- We are proud to have worked for notable companies and several municipal governments including City of Vancouver, City of Richmond, Cadillac Fairview, Westbank, and Wynford Properties.
To learn more about who we are check out our commercial department website: www.ashtonmechanical.ca
Ashton is seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC and Refrigeration Journeyman to join our growing Commercial Team. Watch this video to see why we are the best mechanical company to work for! https://youtu.be/5AEUVaYZ8Eo
This a full-time, permanent position based out of the company's head office in Richmond, BC, and requires daily travel to our customers throughout the Lower Mainland.
Duties & Responsibilities
- handle service calls to customers;
- repair and replace parts and components for air conditioning systems;
- read and interpret blueprints and drawings;
- assemble and install air conditioning components such as motors, controls, gauges, valves, circulating pumps and compressors using hand and power tools;
- lay out heating system components and install thermostats, motors, piping and safety devices, and connect to fuel supply, ventilation and electrical system;
- test installed heating and cooling systems
- utilize customer service skills to educate and assist customers in choosing services, products and possibly finance options to satisfy their needs in a timely and efficient manner;
- test installed heating units and adjust controls for proper functioning and perform scheduled maintenance service;
- ability to explain a technical solution in a non-technical way;
- maintain a clean, organized and well-inventoried company vehicle;
- work alone or together as a team with other journeypersons and apprentices;
- properly stage jobs and adhere to quality and safety checklists; and
- participate actively in all formal exercises and training to stay up to date in your trade.
Qualifications / Requirements
In addition to troubleshooting, repairs and installation the HVAC Mechanic must be able to communicate (read/write/speak) effectively in English, and have exceptional and demonstrated customer service skills and a professional presentation. Specific requirements/qualifications include:
- Completion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program, is preferred
- 5 years’ plus of work experience in commercial refrigeration, heating and air conditioning applications, with both installation and all codes governing those services;
- Holder of Red Seal Refrigeration and B-Gas Ticket (or equivalent) is preferred;
- Preference will be given to individuals who have completed industry courses in air conditioning and heating systems;
- Service troubleshoot mechanical systems;
- Complete knowledge of all tools, equipment and materials needed to perform service on commercial refrigeration;
- Proven track record of leading installations teams;
- Pass a pre-employment screening test (Police Background Check);
- Clean Class 5 driver's license is required.
To Apply
Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes to [email protected]. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54.00-$65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
- mechanical service: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- HVAC/R Red Seal (required)
- Gas A or Gas B ticket? (required)
Location:
- Metro Vancouver Regional District, BC (required)
Work Location: On the road
