Canstar Mechanical Ltd. starting in 1992 and is a design build mechanical contractor specializing in commercial, institutional, and light industrial projects across the Lower Mainland. Our services include plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, sprinklers, refrigeration, process and pneumatic piping, and Class “A” industrial gas fitting.

Canstar Mechanical Ltd. offers an extremely competitive performance-based compensation package: including RRSP, group benefits, (Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D;), cell phone plan, reimbursement for parking, and company bonuses. Canstar also likes to schedule team-bonding events such as: summer barbeques, Christmas parties etc. Canstar strongly believes in a Team atmosphere and culture.

Role Overview

Responsibilities:

- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on rooftop units, split systems, heat pumps, make-up air units, boilers, exhaust fans, chillers, and refrigeration equipment.
- Complete installations, replacements, retrofits, and start-ups of HVAC/R equipment, including piping, brazing, evacuation, charging, and commissioning
- Service commercial refrigeration systems (walk-in coolers and freezers, display cases, condensing units) including leak detection, recovery, recharging, and refrigerant logging in accordance with provincial and federal regulations.
- Test, adjust, and troubleshoot thermostats, sensors, controllers, and basic building automation and DDC controls; escalate advanced controls issues as required.
- Communicate professionally with building owners, property managers, tenants, and on-site staff regarding work performed, deficiencies, and recommendations.




- Order and verify parts, materials, and equipment required for assigned service calls, and maintain the assigned service vehicle, tools, and test instruments in clean, calibrated, and secure working condition.
- Verify that all work meets manufacturer specifications, warranty requirements, and Canstar’s quality standards before leaving site.

Responsibilities:

- Red Seal Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic certification, or a registered apprentice with relevant commercial HVAC/R experience.
- Hands-on commercial HVAC/R service experience, preferably in commercial, institutional, or light industrial buildings
- Valid Technical Safety BC refrigeration operating permit or Class B gas fitter ticket, and a valid refrigerant handling (ODP) card.
- Sound working knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, controls, and applicable codes and standards.
- Effective communication skills and strong attention to detail; able to work collaboratively with clients, tenants, office staff, field crews, and other trades, and to manage multiple service calls in a day.
- Valid driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract; able to travel to sites across the Lower Mainland as required.
- Physically able to work at heights, on rooftops, in mechanical rooms, and in confined spaces, and to lift and carry equipment safely.
- Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work both independently and within a team environment.

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 HVAC Service Technician (Canada)
🏢 Canstar Mechanical
📍 Canada