HVAC Journeyperson in Windsor, Ontario at NextStar Energy
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Job Description
NextStar Energy (NSE) is Canada’s first large-scale battery manufacturing facility. Located in Windsor, Ontario, NextStar Energy is dedicated to the development and innovation of sustainable and efficient energy solutions, empowering the future of mobility.
At NextStar Energy, you’re joining a team where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on your well-being. We provide customized training programs and select global learning opportunities to support your professional development and career growth. Your contributions are valued, and we are creating a company-wide rewards program to recognize them. Our leaders foster a supportive, trusting environment where your voice is heard. We believe that, together, we can achieve more.
The Maintenance Technician III (HVAC) will be responsible for performing a variety of routine operational and maintenance tasks to ensure the facility's efficient and safe operation. This includes but is not limited to monitoring, adjustments and reporting of equipment operation, and cleaning, repair, and basic maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Work in a fast-paced team-oriented state of the art manufacturing environment.
- Troubleshoot, repair, maintain and overhaul environmental control equipment such as condenser units, pumps, air handlers, heat exchangers, dehumidifiers and other mechanical equipment.
- Monitor and maintain equipment to control areas within specifications (35%, 10% and 1% relative humidity zones)
- Identify maintenance risks on equipment
- Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for environmental control systems
- Identify parts and material for repairs and maintain refrigerant stock
- Assist in training apprentices
- New equipment specification review and support including commissioning checks and risk assessments
- Assist in creating incident reports with deep dive problem solving and root cause investigation
- Demonstrate problem solving methodology and assist in reduction of utility cost
- Follow work procedures and comply with safety standards
- Conduct all activities and interactions in a professional manner
Minimum Requirements:
- 5+ years of commercial and/or industrial HVAC experience
- TSSA Gas Technician 1
- 313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic
- A valid G Driver's License, with a clean abstract
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
- Willing and able to work plant shutdowns, weekends and holidays as needed
- Willing and able to work overtime, sometimes on short notice
Preferred Requirements:
- ODP certificate
- Proficiency in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of HVAC systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and drawings
- Strong understanding of HVAC safety practices and regulations
- Knowledge & experience with sorption dehumidifiers (desiccant wheel) units
- Be self-motivated and demonstrate skill, initiative and judgment to make decisions and communicate these decisions with departmental supervisor for approval
- Strong computer skills that include Email, Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Thank you for your interest in our company and the opportunity to join our team. We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you better!
NextStar Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. NextStar Energy is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.