HVAC Technician (CAMH) – Toronto

Equans is looking for a HVAC technician for the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto!

The Equans Group is a world leader in the energy and services industry. The Group operates in 20 countries and has 90,000 employees on 5 continents.

Equans designs, installs, and delivers customized solutions to improve its customers’ equipment, systems and technical processes and optimize their use in the context of their energy, industrial and digital transitions.

Active in Canada and the United States for more than 30 years, Equans Services is the partner of businesses, industries and institutions that want to move towards more connected buildings, manage their facilities efficiently and decarbonize transportation infrastructure and mobility.

We design, install, and maintain custom solutions to improve our customers’ facilities, systems, and infrastructures.

Our core offerings are focused in the following areas:

• Integrated Asset and Facilities Management
• Operation and maintenance of buildings and equipment
• Energy efficiency solutions and sustainability plan
• Building automation and controls
• Solutions for transportation and mobility

To learn more, visit www.equans.com

Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Facility Manager, the HVAC Technician ensures that all aspects of the facilities remain operable with principal duties to troubleshoot, repair, replace and install various Facility’s Architectural,  HVAC and Plumbing systems including but not limited to Boilers, Chillers, Compressors, Air Handling Units (AHUs), Energy Recovery Ventilators, Heat Wheels, Pumps, Plumbing Accessories, Doors and other Mechanical and Architectural components throughout the Facility including outdoor and indoor areas, patient rooms and treatment areas. The scope of the HVAC Technician also includes the performance of effective Preventive (PPM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) of all systems within the scope of responsibility. While working independently is essential with respect to this role, The HVAC Technician will be expected to work closely with a team of other Operators and skilled trades.

Responsibilities

General duties

• Analyze the Facility’s as-built architectural, mechanical and plumbing drawings, O&M specifications, and instructions to facilitate the troubleshooting, repairs, replacement and installation of various components of the Architectural, HVAC, Plumbing and other relevant Mechanical Systems.
• Undertake and record in the Engineer’s Log Books and Computerized Maintenance Management System the routine plant inspection of Boilers, Chillers, Compressors and other relevant Plant Systems.
• Good understanding of the building operations including but not limited to BAS (Building Automation System), HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety, etc. and ensuring that all equipment and systems are operated in a safe and efficient manner and are in compliance with all applicable Government Codes and Regulations.
• Conduct inspections and complete repairs as necessary on, all site architectural, mechanical and HVAC systems and related equipment including but not limited to water treatment, boilers, pumps, chillers, cooling towers, AHUs, heat exchangers, etc., on a frequency stipulated by the relevant industry standards/ manufacturer recommendations and complete appropriate record logs in order to ensure equipment is maintained in good working order.
• Respond to Emergencies such as leaks, and system component failures as required.
• Perform routine maintenance to the mechanical and plumbing systems such as pumps, HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, and other related equipment.
• Maintain and repair washroom fixtures.
• Replace equipment filters per industry standard requirements, including AHU filters.
• Test and record all chemical treatment programs.
• Maintain and repair facilities systems including domestic hot and cold water, sanitary and irrigation systems.
• Ensure that tools and PPEs are current with respect to expiration dates and are appropriate for the use case.

Quality Management

• Maintain records and information pertinent to work assignments.
• Ensure PPMs (Planned Preventive Maintenance), PdMs (Predictive Maintenance) and Demand Events are addressed within the associated Response and Rectification timelines.
• Provide written estimates for mechanical works related to repairs and/ or new installation/ construction projects as required.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance as required to the Assistant Facility Manager.
• Ensure compliance with the Site’s policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance and safety guidelines.
• Observe guidelines, rules and regulations with respect to health and safety and infection control protocols.
• Ensure diligence with respect to the use of lock out tag out procedures and ensure strict adherence to the associated policy.
• Complete simple sketch when required to convey approach to project execution.
• Research specifications, as-built drawings and O&M manuals to facilitate repairs and adjustments.
• Meet with vendors as required with respect to the selection of parts and equipment.

Expectations

• Work various scheduled shifts including day, nights and holidays to ensure 24-hour coverage of the Health Care Facility.
• Participate in educational programs and in-service trainings.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Availability for certain amount of overtime and being on-call on a rotating basis, as necessary.
• Provide verbal and written reports as requested.
• Recommends and maintains inventories of spare parts to anticipate and minimize building systems downtime.
• Completes assigned tasks and closes the work orders within the appropriate time.
• Communicate with the central Help Desk as required.
• Adheres to the Occupational Health and Safety Acts and other applicable legislative requirements such as TSSA.
• Represent Equans in a positive light through ethical behaviour and demonstrating professionalism.
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as required or as assigned by the Assistant Facility Manager.

 Requirements 

• Is authorized to work in Canada; 
• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum of a valid G2 Gasfitter Certificate;
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently;
• Must have at least 3 to 5 years of experience operating as a Gasfitter;
• Solid understanding of Boilers and HVAC equipment and systems;
• Ability to read HVAC and Mechanical drawings;
• Familiarity with the Canadian Building Codes;
• Must have working knowledge of TSSA regulations;
• Must attain and retain at all times, qualification for the operation of specified Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs);
• Computer literacy and MS Office computer skills;
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS);
• Familiar with electronic hand-held devices (tablets, cellphones, etc.);
• Ability to work at heights; ladders, boom/scissor lifts and scaffolding;
• Ability to work in confined spaces;
• Ability to pass all background checks and security screenings.

Skills

• Strong Customer Service skills;
• Effective communication both written and oral;
• Team Spirit;
• Health and Safety oriented;
• Organized and proven capabilities of multi-tasking;
• Good Prioritization of workloads;
• Sense of initiative;
• Troubleshooting skills;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Detail oriented;
• Self-motivated;
• Ability to learn new technologies;
• Autonomous and able to work with minimum supervision;
• Work ethic.

What Equans offers you

• Competitive hourly wage;
• Group pension plan;
• Balance between work and personal life;
• Group insurance from your first day of work;
• A positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility and innovation;
• A diverse workplace regarding gender, age and cultural background. We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Equal employment opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

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