Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Mechanic - Unifor

Controls & Refrigeration Operations & Maintenance Position number: GL312 Date posted: November 12, 2026 **Job details** --------------- Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Mechanic - Unifor Regular Full-Time Full-time: Yes Permanent: Yes Work schedule: 38.75 hours/week; Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:15 pm Salary: $47.15 per hour Expected Start Date January 5, 2027 Trial/Probation period: 465 hours worked For more information please contact: Daniel Schultz - daniel.schultz@umanitoba.ca (4313346311) **Qualifications** ------------------ **Level of Formal Education:** * Completion of grade 12 or equivalent. * Must possess a valid Certificate of Qualifications as a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic or other appropriate certification issued by the Manitoba Department of Labour. * Limited electrical licence and MOPIA Certified Technician Certification required .Limited Welding licence or be capable of passing same with regard to freon piping. * Must hold a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License. **Experience:** * At least five years of experience as a Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic. * Extensive knowledge of the systems presently maintained by the refrigeration shop at the Physical Plant Department. Knowledge of pneumatic controls an asset. **Skills and Abilities:** * Ability to estimate costs of time and materials required for new installations or repairs to existing systems or equipment. * Ability to work alone without direct supervision.- Ability to communicate effectively in English. * Ability to read blue prints, understand technical language and manuals. * Knowledge and ability to safely and properly repair various types of refrigerative and air conditioning equipment. * Familiar with recent C.F.C. rules and regulations. * Must be alert and thorough. **Physical Requirements:** * Capable of performing the duties as assigned. **OTHER:** * May be required to work at the Fort Garry or Bannatyne Campus. * Regular attendance and punctuality are required. * Will be required to provide acceptable Criminal Record and Vulnerable Persons Registry checks. **Key responsibilities** ------------------------ * Maintains and repairs all types of high and low pressure refrigeration and industrial air conditioning equipment. * Investigates and diagnoses complaints re: malfunctioning of equipment used for heating, cooling, air supply, and ventilation. * Installs and commissions new equipment. * Records hours of work on work orders and daily time sheets. * Estimates costs of time and materials required. * Performs other related duties as assigned. **Additional information** -------------------------- The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger com