Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician
Full-Time Support Staff
Reporting to the Manager, Projects and Contracts, the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Building Systems Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex HVAC and related building systems across university facilities. The Technician applies specialized technical knowledge to assess system performance, diagnose operational issues, support building automation and energy management initiatives, and contribute to preventative maintenance planning. This position serves as a technical resource on HVAC systems and equipment, supports safe and efficient building operations, and may be required to respond to emergency situations through on-call availability.
The successful candidate will hold an HVAC Technician Diploma or Certificate from an accredited technical school, along with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant HVAC or mechanical systems work experience, including experience with commercial and institutional HVAC systems. Required credentials include a 313A or 313D Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic License (or equivalent), a G1 or G2 Gas Technician License (TSSA-certified), and an Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) Certificate. Candidates must also possess a valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License, current WHMIS, and Standard First Aid with Level A CPR certification. The successful candidate must be bondable and able to provide a current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment.
This position is classified at a Wage Grade 90, with a wage range from $34.23 per hour (Step 1) to $43.29 per hour (Step 9), based on a 35-hour work week. Placement within the salary range will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as internal equity and market conditions.
A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents.
Please submit your letter of application in a single PDF document (last name, first name), via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m. on November 18, 2026. Please indicate on your application if you are a Nipissing University OPSEU employee.
Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. In accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement, first consideration is given to those internal applicants. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
This is an open vacancy, and artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the evaluation or assessment of candidates.
