Air Conditioning and Heating Mechanic

Important messages

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE THROUGH THE PSRS SYSTEM.
You will be required to complete an online experience questionnaire when you apply. You must respond to all statements in all categories in order to proceed to the next steps. You must indicate "NO" if you do not have experience in performing a task related to a specific field.

To submit an application on-line, please select the button “Apply Online” below.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff the above mentioned position.
It may be used to establish a pool of partially qualified candidates to staff similar positions within the department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

Possession of a valid certification of qualification as a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic as issued by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, or similar license issued from another province with inter-provincial certification.

Certification as a Gas Technician 2 (G2) issued and/or recognized by the Technical Standards Safety Authority (TSSA).

Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning field.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Significant* and recent** work experience at the journeyman Mechanic or Technician level in a service, maintenance or construction work environment.

*Significant is defined as having the depth and breadth of experience that would normally be acquired over a period of at least five (5) years.

** Recent experience is defined as experience gained within the last ten (10) years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

CERTIFICATIONS:

Possession of one or more of the following certifications:

- Additional Trade Licenses
- Additional License Endorsements
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Arrest
- Aerial Lift Equipment
- Certification as a Gas Technician 1 (G1)

Degree equivalency

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of installation, service and repair of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning equipment and Natural Gas and Propane heating systems.

Knowledge of related systems, such as: air and water distribution.

Knowledge of Heating and Air Conditioning preventative maintenance practices.

ABILITIES:

Ability to plan and direct the work of contractors.

Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose Heating and Air Conditioning Systems.

Ability to read, interpret and diagnose Electrical Schematic Diagrams as part of Heating and Air Conditioning units.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.

Ability to interpret and apply the Canadian Building Code and relevant provincial building and installation codes.

PERSONNAL SUITABILITY:

Judgement
Thoroughness
Initiative
Team Player

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness and ability to work weekends.

Willingness and ability to work overtime.

Willingness and ability to work on standby.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Must possess a valid driver licence issued by a province of Canada.

Willingness and ability to lift heavy objects (20 kg), for example car batteries, during field work.

Willingness and ability to use a variety of hand and power tools in the assembly of mechanical and electronic systems and sub systems.

Willingness and ability to work at heights such as elevated platforms, rooftops and ladders.

Requirement to wear personal protective equipment.

Other information

If you do not fully complete the screening questions as instructed, you will be screened out.

A written exam may be administered.

Interviews will be conducted.

Reference checks will be conducted.

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You MUST clearly demonstrate in writing how you meet the Education and Experience requirements. Please provide examples and describe the work/duties you have performed. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered further during the screening process.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required; Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.