Position SummaryFull-Time Support Staff, replacement position(First consideration for support staff and academic positions will be given to internal applicants in accordance with the respective collective agreements)Conestoga is seeking a skilled and experienced HVAC Technician responsible for the daily operation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across multiple campus locations. This role ensures the safe, effective, and reliable performance of mechanical systems and contributes to a comfortable and sustainable learning environment.This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed HVAC professional seeking predictable hours, exposure to large-scale institutional equipment and systems in a clean campus environment. This role offers minimal overtime demands, limited emergency call-ins, and no sales or commission-based pressures, allowing you to focus on your trade and technical expertise.At Conestoga, you'll be supported by a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:Defined Benefit Pension through the CAAT Pension PlanExtended health, dental, disability and life insurance coveragePaid vacation and additional paid holiday closures, including winter shutdown from December 25 to January 1Predictable Monday to Friday schedule that supports work-life balanceProfessional development and training opportunitiesTuition assistance programs for employees and eligible dependentsExposure to large central plants, institutional HVAC systems, and advanced building automation technologiesAn inclusive and collaborative workplace cultureA clean, modern campus environment dedicated to education and student successSuccessful candidates will be required to conduct work on-site five days per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.M. to 4:30 p.M.



at Conestoga's Skilled Trades campus, located at 25 Reuter Drive in Cambridge. Travel is required to support other Conestoga campus locations, including Brantford, Kitchener and Guelph.ResponsibilitiesMaintain, update, and repair HVAC-related building support systems, including building environmental technologies such as digital controlled interfaces, heat recovery systems, motors, humidification systems, re-heat coils, heat pumps, cooling towers, rooftop heating and cooling systems, boilers, pneumatic and electronic controls, and variable frequency drivesMonitor, maintain, and repair refrigeration systemsPerform and document routine water treatment testing for heating, cooling, and cooling tower systemsMaintain accurate records, review test results, adjust chemical treatment parameters, and monitor automated water treatment equipment to ensure proper system operation and water qualityPerform scheduled predictive and preventative maintenance and repair on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipmentEnsure code compliance of systems by performing inspections and testingPrepare required documentation, update manuals, and provide information regarding work conducted for input into the computerized maintenance management systemSource information and parts by contacting vendors, technical libraries,



and the internet to estimate material quantities and costs for projects and repair activitiesPurchase required materials via purchase order or corporate credit cardProvide technical information and support to skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled staff as requiredInstall and commission new heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipmentMonitor building systems through advanced computer programs and softwareMonitor and inspect work performed by contractors, trades workers, and mechanics and report findings and or discrepancies to the Manager of Operations & MaintenanceQualificationsCertificate of qualification as a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (313A) is requiredGas Technician 2 (G2) certification is required; G1 certificate or willingness to obtain is preferredOzone Depletion Prevention Card (CFC certificate) is requiredMinimum of five years of practical experience servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing old and new mechanical, electric, electronic, and computerized digital devices and systemsWorking knowledge of the Energy Act, HVAC Code, Canadian Standards Association (CSA), and the Occupational Health and Safety ActStrong knowledge of BAS and large systemsAbility to foresee and interpret problems before they become seriousAbility to follow wiring schematic associated with a variety of types and makes of equipmentThorough knowledge of blueprint reading from architectural to mechanical drawingsAbility to recognize and act on safety hazardsUnderstanding of building management control systems, including Pneumatic and Direct Digital Control (DDC)Good communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a team environmentA valid G driver's licence in good standing is requiredDemonstrates flexibility in supporting after-hours emergency needs as situations arise

📌 Hvac Technician (Kitchener)
🏢 Conestoga College
📍 Kitchener