Georgia Strait Refrigeration Ltd. has a full-time and permanent vacancy for 1 x Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic.
Georgia Strait Refrigeration Ltd. provides mechanical services specializing in refrigeration, HVAC, and commercial building systems, including service, installation, and maintenance of refrigeration and cooling equipment (see www.gsrl.ca ). The company is located at 10-2525 McCullough Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 4M9. Work will be performed throughout the province of Vancouver Island
Duties
• Read, interpret, and construct systems based on blueprints.
• Install refrigeration systems including compressors, evaporators, condensers, piping, and control systems.
• Construct and retrofit refrigeration systems.
• Measure, cut, and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment.
• Handle refrigerants, recharge systems, check/test regulators, and calibrate systems.
• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and replacement of parts and refrigeration system components.
• Diagnose malfunctions using gauges, meters, and computerized diagnostic tools.
• Follow all safety protocols, environmental laws, and standards when working with refrigerants and high-pressure systems.
• Upgrade and maintain control systems for improved energy efficiency.
• Interact with customers and complete required paperwork while demonstrating strong communication skills in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Education
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade Certificate from any jurisdiction OR Journeyman Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic OR eligibility to challenge the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning exam in British Columbia.

Experience
• Experience with refrigeration systems including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with refrigeration systems in an industrial environment.

Benefits
• Extended health care and dental benefits.
• Long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• Company pension plan contribution.
• Annual clothing allowance.
• Boot allowance (after 6 months, then every 2 years).
• Receive travel pay or out-of-town allowances, as applicable.
Wages
• Salary: $67.50 per hour (based on experience), paid biweekly
• Monday to Friday schedule, with weekend work as needed and participation in an on-call rotation.
• 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.
• Statutory holiday pay.
• 2 weeks’ vacation accrued at 4% of earnings, increasing to 3 weeks (6%) after 5 years of service.
How to Apply
When applying, please send the following to gsrl55127@gmail.com.
• Resume.
• Trade Certificate.
• A brief letter in English explaining why you are a qualified applicant.
• Answer the following technical questions:
o What do you think is the most important aspect of regular HVAC maintenance?
o What steps are involved in diagnosing a low charge?