HVAC Apprentice

HVAC Apprentice – 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Year

West Coast Heating and AC Inc. – Calgary, AB
Full-Time | Permanent

West Coast Heating and AC Inc. is looking for motivated HVAC Apprentices – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Year to join our growing field team in Calgary. We are looking for people who want to build a long-term career in HVAC and develop their skills by working alongside experienced Journeypersons on commercial, multi-residential, construction, retrofit, and service projects. Whether you are just starting your apprenticeship or are approaching Journeyperson status, we are interested in candidates who are dependable, safety-conscious, willing to learn, and take pride in doing quality work.

What You’ll Do

Depending on your apprenticeship level and experience, responsibilities may include:

• Assist with the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of HVAC equipment and systems.
• Work on rooftop units, furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, make-up air units, split systems, exhaust systems, and related mechanical equipment.
• Assist with refrigeration piping, condensate piping, duct connections, controls, and associated components.
• Support equipment start-up, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Read and work from mechanical drawings, specifications, equipment manuals, and instructions.
• Assist Journeypersons with diagnosing HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, airflow, and control-related issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Assist with commercial HVAC construction, retrofit, and replacement projects.
• Load, unload, move, and organize equipment, materials, and tools.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Properly use and care for company tools, equipment, and materials.
• Complete work orders, equipment information, and other field documentation as required.
• Follow instructions from Journeypersons, Foremen, and Project Managers.
• Coordinate safely with other trades and site personnel.
• Follow West Coast safety procedures and all applicable site requirements.
• Represent West Coast Heating and AC Inc. professionally while working at customer and project sites.

Who We’re Looking For

We are currently accepting applications from:

• 1st Year HVAC Apprentices
• 2nd Year HVAC Apprentices
• 3rd Year HVAC Apprentices
• 4th Year HVAC Apprentices

Requirements

• Registered HVAC/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic apprentice, or eligible and committed to entering the apprenticeship program.
• Genuine interest in building a career in the HVAC trade.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Comfortable working with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work associated with the HVAC trade.
• Comfortable working on rooftops, ladders, mechanical rooms, construction sites, and similar environments.
• Ability to work independently when appropriate and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Valid Alberta driver's licence is preferred.
• Reliable transportation to work or designated meeting locations.

Experience We Value

The following are considered assets but are not required for all apprenticeship levels:

• Previous HVAC experience.
• Commercial HVAC experience.
• Construction experience.
• Refrigeration experience.
• Sheet metal experience.
• Electrical or controls experience.
• Experience with rooftop units or make-up air systems.
• Experience with heat pumps or VRF/VRV systems.
• Gasfitting experience.
• Previous experience working with hand and power tools.
• First Aid.
• Fall Protection.
• WHMIS.
• Aerial Work Platform certification.
• Other relevant trade or safety training.

What We Expect

We are looking for apprentices who want to become strong, capable HVAC Journeypersons.

You should be someone who:

• Shows up on time and prepared to work.
• Takes safety seriously.
• Listens and follows instructions.
• Asks questions when you do not understand something.
• Takes care of tools, vehicles, equipment, and materials.
• Takes pride in workmanship.
• Is willing to learn from experienced tradespeople.
• Accepts feedback and applies it.
• Works well with coworkers and other trades.
• Keeps the job site clean and organized.
• Takes increasing responsibility as your skills develop.
• Wants to build a long-term career in the HVAC industry.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Competitive apprentice wages based on apprenticeship level, experience, and qualifications.
• Full benefits after 3 months of employment.
• Potential for profit sharing based on company and individual performance.
• Company vehicle may be provided to suitable candidates based on experience, responsibilities, and position requirements.
• Opportunity for overtime depending on workload and project requirements.
• Exposure to commercial and multi-residential HVAC projects.
• Hands-on training with experienced HVAC Journeypersons.
• Opportunity to develop installation, service, troubleshooting, and commissioning skills.
• Company tools and equipment as applicable.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of HVAC systems and equipment.
• Support toward progressing through your apprenticeship.
• Opportunity for increased responsibility as your skills develop.
• Long-term career opportunity with a growing Calgary HVAC contractor.

Career Development

At West Coast, we want apprentices to progress beyond simply completing assigned tasks. As your experience increases, you will be expected to develop stronger skills in:

• HVAC installation.
• Refrigeration.
• Electrical troubleshooting.
• Controls.
• Equipment start-up and commissioning.
• Reading drawings and specifications.
• Planning your work.
• Material management.
• Customer communication.
• Supervising and mentoring less experienced apprentices.

Our goal is to develop apprentices into skilled, dependable Journeypersons who can eventually take responsibility for their own work, projects, and crews.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume through Indeed.

In your application, please identify:

• Your current apprenticeship year.
• Number of years of HVAC or construction experience.
• Type of HVAC work you have performed.
• Any relevant certifications or safety training.
• Whether you have a valid driver's licence.
• Your availability to start.

1st-, 2nd-, 3rd-, and 4th-year apprentices are encouraged to apply.

West Coast Heating and AC Inc. thanks all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision care

Work Location: In person