HVACR Technician II

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Certificate of Apprenticeship, HVACR and completed a minimum of 3600 hours and 1 term of trade school or greater, or possess a valid Department of Labour Certificate of Qualification – HVACR Must possess a Gas Technician II Certificate; Must possess a current Ozone Depletion Program Certificate Currently working in the trade; Demonstrated experience with heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, and gas fired equipment; Experience in building maintenance related to the trade; Computer literacy, e.g. use of control systems, University computer system, email etc; Ability to read and work from blueprints and sketches; Ability to work with a minimum of supervision; Must possess a valid Class - G Ontario Driver’s license; Teamwork - ability to work in a team environment with a minimum of supervision. Shares information with team members. Is collaborative in dealing with customers and fellow employees; Customer focused - responds promptly to customer needs. Uses customer information to improve service. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers; Receptive to change - can adapt to changing circumstances. Makes suggestions for improvement. Is proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current; Respects diversity - treats others with respect. Is understanding of others. Avoids unnecessary conflict; Managing self - exhibits a strong sense of own capabilities. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and ethical conduct. Accepts ownership and accountability for own actions. Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning; Ability to communicate effectively with leadhand, co-workers and customers. * if you are currently between 3rd to 5th year apprentice, you may be considered and if successful the associated journey persons pay rate percentage will be applied to the job rate noted as per ministry guidelines Compensation: Rate of Pay: $43.27 per hour Hours of Work: This is a full-time, continuing position. The normal hours of work are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (including 1/2 hour unpaid lunch break), Monday to Friday. Flexibility in hours will be required, including evening and/or weekend work due to work volume. When possible, the manager will adjust the work schedule so that no more than 40 hours are worked in a week. What is unique about HVAC at Laurier? Predictable hours (8 am – 4:30pm shift Monday to Friday) Work life balance (generous paid vacation – including December Holiday Shutdown – and 11 statutory holidays) Tuition reimbursement for dependents and spouse Work environment (work in a team-based environment, in climate controlled buildings with washroom and lunchroom amenities) We also offer exceptional benefits with eligibility beginning on the first day of employment. Including, but not limited to: Extended health, dental and vision care Life insurance and disability insurance benefits Maternity, parental and adoption leave supplementary benefits Sick leave Pension Employee and family assistance program Personal days, which can be used for childcare or religious accommodations On-campus prayer space Access to smudging and other Indigenous ceremonies Priority placements at childcare centers Proactive wellness resources and accommodations available. Want to learn more, check out our Facilities and Operations Group Employee Handbook. Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors. Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact People and Culture. Contact information can be found at careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/ Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a resume and cover letter will be required in electronic form. Please note, when pre-screening questions are used as part of the application process, AI is utilized to score responses. All other aspects of the hiring process are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team.