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HVAC-R Technician

Dartmouth, NS, ca💼 Full-time🗓 2026-04-17 → 2026-09-25

Core

Diagnostics, preventative and corrective maintenance, installation, and repair of HVAC-R, refrigeration, boilers, heating systems, BAS controls, and life safety devices for defense project sites.

Role type

HVAC-R Technician (Field Service)

Builds

Safe and efficient building operations for defense facilities

Domain

Defense contracting / Building Services / HVAC-R

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

HVAC-R diagnostics and repair, refrigeration system maintenance, boiler and heating system repair, leak detection, combustion testing, system balancing, reading mechanical/electrical/control drawings, risk assessment, CMMS work order management, material estimation

Preferred skills

Building automation knowledge, life safety systems knowledge, electrical systems knowledge, troubleshooting, mentorship

Technologies

CMMS, BAS controls, HVAC-R equipment, refrigeration equipment, boilers, furnaces, smoke and CO detectors

Responsibilities

Perform planned preventative and reactive maintenance on HVAC and mechanical systems; Conduct filter changes, coil cleaning, belt and pulley replacements, bearing and pump seal repairs; Diagnose and repair refrigeration and HVAC equipment; Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and safety standards; Conduct risk assessments and develop pre-work safety plans; Review and manage assigned work orders; Estimate time and materials for repairs; Transport tools and materials to job sites; Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technicians and apprentices

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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