HVAC Brazer

Vacancy: New

Company and Job Overview
Ark Heat Inc. designs and manufacturer's electrified Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment with a focus on sustainable heating and cooling solutions for buildings. We are currently looking for an HVAC Brazer that will be responsible for cutting, assembling, brazing, and/or soldering copper, brass, stainless steel, carbon steel, and other tubing for HVAC systems. The role involves using flame torches to join refrigeration piping, ensuring leak-free connections while maintaining high-quality standards.

Core Responsibilities

Brazing:

• Brazing operations for refrigeration systems will join the following material using the appropriate brazing filler material: copper to copper, copper to brass, copper to stainless steel.
• Brazing will use the following gases: oxy-acetylene, oxy-propane, or oxy-ng torches.
• Brazing will done on Pipe combinations-- Cu to Cu / Cu to Brass / Cu to Steel- from 7/8” to 4” Dia
• HVAC brazer apply standard brazing techniques to prevent oxidation, including nitrogen purging while brazing and/or soldering to create strong/clean/leak-free braze joints.

Assembly & Fabrication:

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to assemble HVAC units.
• Cut, fit, and join refrigerant lines, condensers, evaporators, and compressors as required.
• Ensure brazed joints meet company and industry standards (e.g., ASME, AHRI, NFPA, CSA, or UL).

Quality Control & Testing:

• Conduct visual inspections and pressure tests (e.g., nitrogen leak tests) to verify leak-free joints.
• Identify and repair defects, leaks, or poor connections before system assembly.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship in compliance with HVAC industry standards.

Assembly & Fabrication:

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to assemble HVAC units.
• Cut, fit, and join refrigerant lines, condensers, evaporators, and compressors as required.
• Ensure brazed joints meet company and industry standards (e.g., ASME, AHRI, NFPA, CSA, or UL).

Quality Control & Testing:

• Conduct visual inspections and pressure tests (e.g., nitrogen leak tests) to verify leak-free joints.
• Identify and repair defects, leaks, or poor connections before system assembly.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship in compliance with HVAC industry standards.

Safety & Compliance:

• Follow all workplace safety procedures, including PPE use, and proper handling of torches, gases, and metals.
• Adhere to all provincial and industry safety standards for brazing and welding operations.
• Keep workstations organized, clean, and free from fire hazards.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Maintain, clean, and inspect torches, hoses, tanks, and brazing tools on a daily basis.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of compressed gases and flux materials.
• Report any equipment malfunctions to supervisors.

Skills Required

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in oxy-acetylene/oxy-propane brazing/oxy-natural gas brazing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
• Understanding of heat transfer, thermal expansion, and metal joining techniques.

Qualifications and Education Required

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Technical diploma or certification in HVAC, including brazing/soldering.
• 5+ years of experience in brazing in an HVAC or high volume manufacturing setting.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required):

• Brazing Certification (TSSA or equivalent)
• HVAC Certification (recognized college or technical school)
• Occupational Health and Safety Training

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in confined spaces.
• Comfortable working in hot environments due to torch use.
• Good hand-eye coordination and steady hands for precision brazing.

Compensation:

• Salary range $28.00 - $35.00 per hour dependent upon experience and qualifications.
• Three (3) weeks of vacation.
• Ten (10) paid days off (sick days).
• Health benefits package after ninety (90) day probationary period, includes dental and vision.
• Corporate gym membership discounts available.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Potential for tuition reimbursement.

Schedule:

• Typical work week is Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
• Occasional overtime or after-hours/weekend work required.

Other:

• Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada.
• Applications must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Capable of passing an Ontario Contractor Security Screening Check (no criminal record).
• AI not utilized for the recruitment or selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brampton, ON L6T 1A7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Brazing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person