HVAC & Refrigeration Mechanic

at University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada

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Salary

Not given in the advert

Closing date

Open until filled

Start

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Type of post

Site, facilities and transport
A support post, not a teaching post.

First seen

30 October 2026, on a public job listing

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The advert

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day.

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Job Requisition ID:

2026-01268

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Group:

Union

Job Category:

Plant Operations - Mechanical

Employment Type:

Permanent

Department:

Facilities - HVAC and Controls

Hiring Range:

$46.01

Posting Information:

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The internal posting deadline for this position is July 16, 2026 at 11:59PM.

Job Description:

Primary Purpose

The HVAC&R Mechanic is assigned to the operation and maintenance of industrial, commercial and / or residential heating, ventilation and air conditioning units, specialized refrigeration systems and other related equipment on campus.

Contributes towards providing a safe, accessible, invitingly clean and comfortable, functionally enriched and well-maintained campus environment. Assists with addressing stewardship responsibilities and promoting long-term sustainability of facilities and infrastructure, maximizing opportunities for efficient delivery of services.

Key Accountabilities

Maintenance and Repair

• Perform inspection, maintenance, including routine, preventive and emergency maintenance, repair and replacement of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems (HVACR equipment), including building automation systems (BAS) and devices, in an organized manner to maintain HVACR equipment in a good state of repair for maximum equipment life and efficiency with minimal downtime:

• Inspecting, servicing, cleaning and maintaining HVACR equipment, including refrigeration, humidification, dehumidification, air make-up, air handling, air-conditioning and heating systems, air makeup units, hydronic systems and boilers (up to and including 10 MBTUH), rooftop HVAC units, heat pumps, split direct expansion systems, cooling towers, heat exchangers, etc.

• Performing regular and preventative maintenance, as well as emergency repairs and/ or replacement to HVACR equipment as required, in an organized manner to minimize downtime

• Performing appropriate diagnostics and analysis to investigate and determine problems and best course of service, reparation, replacement

• Maintaining and servicing food service equipment, including refrigerators and freezers, as well as laboratory equipment, including ultra-low temperature freezers and environmental chambers.

• Inspecting, servicing, repairing and calibrating thermostats, humidistats, pressure switches and safety controls.

• Emptying, purging, leak testing and charging of refrigeration equipment.

• Adjusting burners and controls on packaged rooftop HVAC units.

• Documenting all maintenance and inspection activities as directed by the Supervisor.

Operations

• Monitoring of equipment for proper operation, making adjustments as required to maintain equipment in a good state of repair for maximum equipment life and efficiency with minimal downtime.

• Providing feedback on equipment condition and potential replacement timelines and options.

• Performs facility condition inspections and writes summary reports. Provides assistance to other trades, including internal and external contractor resources. Inspects new installations to ensure compliance with codes and standards. Provides trade/ job instruction as well as work direction to other trades/ classifications as required. May coordinate work among other trades/ classifications.

Installations

• Prepares layout of equipment and services from general information provided on work orders or drawings and produces detailed estimates and schedules necessary to complete project.

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