Req ID: 222003
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Department: FMS Maintenance SS
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 5-Aug-26
Reporting to the manager of Maintenance and Operations, the Air conditioning/Refrigeration Technician (Technician)is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all refrigeration systems and associated air conditioning units within the Nova Scotia Health. The Technicians work independently and/or with others to repair, install, and maintain refrigeration/air conditioning systems including all electrical components, controls, and related equipment. The Technician is required to work with minimum supervision and must be able to make competent decisions including troubleshooting/repairing equipment, adapting quickly to priority situations while working under constant deadlines to provide and maintain services critical to direct patient care and building systems.
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Refrigeration Air Conditioning Journeyperson Red Seal
- Minimum of one year post journeyperson experience is required
- Knowledge of building code standards, OH&S and refrigeration systems and components (i.e. domestic & industrial). Systems operate on the Freon family of refrigerants
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to operate various motor vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment related to the work environment
- Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
- Competencies in other languages is an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications
- Permanent full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly.
- Travel: Up to 25%
$33.68 - $39.44 hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
