HVAC Technician

Recognized for its dedication to inclusion, diversity, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a deep history of high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to provide the best education and future for every student. As an employer, we provide comprehensive growth, learning and engagement opportunities to the 2,300 committed professionals across the district.

This position provides Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and piping services at a journeyman level to ensure a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and other building users. Additional responsibilities include but not limited to installing upgrades, performing services, repairs, and tests heating and ventilation systems throughout the District to ensure efficient operation. This position is under the supervision of the Manager of Maintenance. Work is performed independently but may receive instructions and guidance from the HVAC Technician "A" License when performing Class A gas fitting work.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs, upgrades, services, repairs and tests heating, ventilation and refrigeration components, equipment and systems such as hot water, warm air, natural gas, propane, compressed air, pneumatic and Direct Digital control to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Responds to HVAC and piping emergencies throughout the District facilities, such as gas leaks, leaking or burst pipes and lack of heat.
• Troubleshoots technical problems with respect to HVAC piping systems. Prioritizes work orders and organizes daily work schedule.
• Balances HVAC systems.
• Reads and interprets plans, drawings, and specifications of District facilities for the layout of HVAC and piping system upgrades and repairs.
• Develops manual plans, sketches and drawings for the purpose of job layouts, permit applications, and estimating time and materials required to complete the work.
• Provides technical advice and information to District managers, administrators, tradespeople and outside contractors in the HVAC and piping trades' capacity.
• Provides direction to temporary employees and outside contractors.
• Operates a District vehicle and maintains the vehicle's HVAC equipment and materials inventory as necessary. Inspect vehicle for safe operation and reports defects to the supervisor as per District procedures. Performs maintenance such as keeping it clean and adding operating fluids as required.
• Completes written records related to work performed and ensures work area remains safe and free of debris while on the job site, at the end of each day and upon completion of work order.
• Maintains familiarity with standards, codes, and by-laws regulating the HVAC trade.
• Maintains current knowledge of technical, procedural, and regulatory developments.
• Performs duties in compliance with District and Government health and safety procedures and regulations that relate to the work performed to minimize potential for accidents, injuries or hazards.
• Performs other job related duties of comparable importance, difficulty, and responsibility as required.

Required Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent plus a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Apprenticeship and a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Qualification on one or more of the following Piping Trades as established by the needs of the department: Plumbing, Steam fitting/Pipefitting, or Refrigeration including a Class "B" Gas License with electrical endorsement.

Two (2) years’ experience at a Journeyman level in commercial and institutional heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) service work including maintenance, repair and installation of commercial and industrial equipment.

• Thorough knowledge of computerized control software and equipment applicable to the HVAC trade.
• Competency in the use and care of tools and equipment common to the trade.
• Ability to organize workload, work under periodic pressure and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving heavy materials, equipment and supplies and working in confined spaces.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.

Interested applicants must provide proof of qualifications in order to be considered.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

This job is classed under Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 72402) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics install, maintain, repair and overhaul residential central air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems. They are employed by heating, refrigeration and air conditioning installation contractors, various industrial settings, food wholesalers, engineering firms and retail and servicing establishments. Transport refrigeration mechanics are included in this unit group. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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