Since 1958, Neelands has been providing industry-leading and customized solutions for a broad range of industries and businesses. We are proud to have a dedicated and highly skilled technical team that is focused on refrigeration, HVAC, energy management, controls, equipment sales, and service and maintenance.

Neelands Group began as a family-run business and, to this day, we treat our team like extended family. We offer a competitive salary, learning opportunities, and a range of benefits.

The Position:

Neelands Group Limited is searching for a Construction Refrigeration 313A Apprentice (Term 3) to join our team at the Burlington, Ontario location. This is a regular, full-time union position with a full union compensation package.

Responsibilities:

- Accurately measure and layout plan for refrigeration system installation in accordance with project plans and specifications.
- Assemble and install commercial refrigeration or cold storage units, including walk-in coolers/freezers and rack systems.
- Installation of refrigeration lines
- Carefully read and interpret blueprints to ensure proper specifications
- Measure, cut, and connect pipe to components and refrigeration systems using welding and brazing equipment
- Assist in the commissioning and start-up of refrigeration systems.
- Ensure the necessary materials required for the project are on hand and readily available
- Handle, store, recover, and charge refrigerants safely in accordance with environmental and safety regulations
- Safely perform pressure test once pipework is complete to test for leaks




- Repair and alter pressure system if leak or damage is found
- Maintain a clean and organized worksite, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot refrigeration system issues (mechanical and electrical) under guidance or independently.
- Support journeypersons in various installation and commissioning tasks.
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- Registered 3rd year refrigeration apprentice
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in supermarket or commercial refrigeration installation.
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Valid G license with a clean driver abstract
- Ability to travel when required
- Familiarity with CO₂ refrigeration systems is considered an asset.

What you Bring to the Team:

- A self-starter who is highly effective working independently and within a team
- Flexibility, along with the ability to operate well under pressure
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to perform in a high pressure, fast-paced environment
- A keen attention to detail
- A positive, hands-on, “can-do” attitude

Why join Neelands?

- Benefits
- Pension
- Market-competitive salary
- Paid weekly
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development and Training

Neelands Group Limited is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with Accessibility standards and regulations. If applicants require accommodation for a disability during the recruitment process, they must make their needs known in advance. Please notify Human Resources or the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

📌 Construction Refrigeration 313A Apprentice (Term 3) (Burlington)
🏢 Neelands Group
📍 Burlington