Empower Your Career with Nasittuq: Illuminate Your Path as an HVAC Technician in the Arctic Frontier!
About Nasittuq:
At Nasittuq Corporation, we take pride in delivering exemplary services in the Canadian Arctic. Our highly skilled workforce ensures the seamless operation of critical operations for the Department of National Defence (DND), ranging from facilities maintenance to logistical support.
Our Core Values:
Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility guide everything we do.
Where You Will Be Working:
CFS Alert, the northernmost permanently inhabited settlement globally, offers a breathtaking backdrop on the northeastern tip of Ellesmere Island. Explore beautiful landscapes and a unique fauna thriving year-round in this exceptional environment. This location prioritizes Nunavut Inuit in the hiring process to promote local opportunities.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
The HVAC Technician has broad responsibility to maintain and repair all HVAC equipment at CFS Alert. Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent implements a maintenance schedule, reports issues, does repairs and troubleshoots systems while observing all health and safety regulations and maintaining a positive relationship with the client.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems including air compressors, air handling units, fans, heat exchangers, humidification systems, and kitchen exhaust hoods and duct systems
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance
- Diagnose, Repair and/or replace defective parts as required
- Conduct performance tests on systems to identify and resolve problems
- Collaborate with other site staff and contractors to complete projects
- Contributes to the strong positive relations between the Company and the client.
- Accurately and fully complete all required logs, documentation and reports within time requirements.
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on kitchen appliances, small kitchen appliances and/or other small appliances as assigned
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on the Jordair Compressors and Filling Station
- Demonstrates initiative and embraces the Company’s standards for safety and customer satisfaction.
- Participates in safety meetings, reads safety documents (safety alerts, emergency plans, etc.) and reports all accidents, incidents, and safety concerns
- Performs other duties/projects as assigned, to support the overall program and mission, and other initiatives of Nasittuq
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
Secondary School graduation and HVAC training
CERTIFICATE(S) / LICENSE(S):
- Red Seal certification or Journey person with significant experience is required
- ODP certification
- Certification of levels 1 and 2 training for the Operation and Maintenance of the Jordair High pressure breathing air compressors systems recognized by Jordair Compressors Inc
- provincially certified and hold a valid card indicating the successful completion of an environmental awareness course in recycling
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Journeyman in a commercial or industrial setting
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and components
- Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
- Familiarity with HVAC codes and regulations
COMPETENCIES / SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve system issues
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
- excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work/contribute well independently and in a team environment
- ability to manage a multi-task workload
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- ability to work/contribute well independently and in a team environment
- ability to live and work effectively and in harmony with people of varied backgrounds
What We Offer:
- Fly-In Fly-Out Schedule: 8 weeks on site, 8 weeks off site rotation. Travel from home to site is paid from any location in Canada, with overnight stays in Thule, Greenland, as required.
- Living Arrangements: Private accommodations with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreational access provided while on site.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus employer-matched pensions up to 6%.
- Competitive Compensation: Hourly rate of $61.26 - $64.49, 40-hour workweeks (Monday–Saturday), and opportunities for overtime. Additional $27 daily isolation allowance while on site.
- Vacation Pay: 6% vacation pay on every paycheck.
- Clothing Allowance: Arctic clothing and annual safety footwear allowance of $175.
- Development Opportunities: Training for certifications and skill development with reasonable expenses covered.
Opportunities for Nunavut Inuit:
Nasittuq Corporation is committed to supporting Nunavut Inuit growth and career development. Priority hiring for Nunavut Inuit is an integral part of our recruitment efforts at CFS Alert. Inuit applicants are encouraged to apply and identify their status during the application process for prioritized consideration.
Inclusivity and Recognition:
At Nasittuq, we celebrate and value diversity in our workforce. Priority hiring is offered for Inuit Land Claim Beneficiaries of the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements in other roles. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.
ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter. Indicate your status as a Nunavut Inuit Beneficiary if applicable.
Nasittuq provides accommodation throughout the hiring process upon request for candidates with disabilities. If contacted for the selection process, let us know if you require any accommodations.
ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔪᖅᑐᖅᐸᒃᑲ ᐃᓄᑖᖃᑕᐅᓯᒪᔪᑦᒍᑎᒥ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᐅᔾᔭᐅᖃᑦᑕᕐᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ!
Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey!
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