3rd 4th year Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprentice
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15 hours ago
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Job Summary
Wildstone Construction is seeking a motivated 3rd or 4th year Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprentice to join our growing service and installation team. This role contributes to commercial and light industrial projects and is ideal for an apprentice with strong installation and piping experience whos looking to continue building their skills while progressing toward Red Seal certification.
You bring strong mechanical aptitude and a troubleshooting mindset paired with a keen attention to detail. You have a solid grasp of mechanical electrical and control schematics as well as piping drawings and can confidently apply that knowledge in the field. Physically capable and safety-focused youre able to perform all aspects of the role including lifting working at heights operating in confined spaces and working in varying weather conditions.
What Youll Be Doing
- Assist journeypersons with the installation piping start-up and commissioning of refrigeration and air conditioning systems including RTUs split systems heat pumps condensers and evaporators.
- Participate in the layout fabrication and installation of refrigerant and condensate piping (copper steel PVC) including cutting bending threading hanging brazing pressure testing evacuation and charging under supervision.
- Perform preventive maintenance and service tasks such as coil cleaning filter changes belt inspections lubrication and basic electrical and control checks.
- Safely handle refrigerants tools and test instruments (gauges multimeters probes) in accordance with regulations manufacturer requirements and company procedures.
- Maintain a safe organized work environment follow OH&S and company safety policies and participate in toolbox talks safety meetings and general HVAC/R support tasks.
We value flexibility so youll also be ready to take on other tasks as needed.
What You Bring to the Team
- Registered 3rd or 4th year Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic apprentice (or equivalent provincial designation) in good standing.
- 3 years of hands-on HVAC/R experience with exposure to commercial or light industrial installation and service work.
- Technical proficiency with refrigeration piping brazing nitrogen purging leak testing and system cleanliness practices.
- Sound knowledge of refrigeration theory basic electrical and control systems and air distribution from completed technical training.
- Valid drivers license acceptable driving abstract and ability to travel to various job sites.
Why Work with Wildstone
At Wildstone were family-owned and take pride in delivering high-quality work in some of Western and Northern Canadas most challenging and rewarding environments. Youll travel for work to locations throughout BC the Yukon and occasionally the Northwest Territories.
Our crews typically work 21/7 rotations travel in and out of various locations and work 10-hour shifts on average. Perks include well-maintained crew housing flights to and from site from the nearest airport and a daily Living Out Allowance.
We take care of our teams with benefits that include health/dental/vision RRSP matching Employee and Family Assistance Programs and an Employee Recognition and Rewards Program.
We invest in our people support apprenticeship growth and foster a culture built on safety teamwork and continuous learning.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Hand Tools
- Math
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- HVAC/R
- Service Technician Experience
- Maintenance
- Refrigeration
- Ductwork
- Cordova
- Troubleshooting
- Air Conditioning
About Company
At Wildstone, we don't just build; we design exceptional building experiences in Western and Northern Canada. We're committed to supporting every client.
