Refrigeration Technician
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada · Saskatoon · GLMAM08 · Open to the public
Open June 2 to June 16, 2026
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Refrigeration Technician
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch
Closing date: June 16, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
AGR26J-170597-000305
26-AGR-MBSK-EA-STB-66071
Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)
$32.92 to $35.80 per hour - (Salary under review) 💲GL-MAM-08 refrigeration HVAC technicians may be eligible to receive an annual terminable allowance of $9,500 in accordance with the current collective agreement.
GL-MAM-08
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
For further information on the organization, please visit Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
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About the position
Key Responsibilities:1. Perform troubleshooting, inspection, installation, and repair of growth chambers, including refrigeration compressors and rooftop condensers.2. Manage records and provide reports on halocarbon leaks, and design preventive maintenance schedules.3. Order parts and materials and prepare cost estimates.4. Assist with maintenance in the greenhouse on mechanical systems.
Immediate need: 1 full-time indeterminate (permanent) position.A pool of qualified and partially qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures.In the event that an employee of the public service is qualified through this process, and there is a temporary need, they may be considered for acting, deployment, assignment or secondment opportunities.
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As one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is proud to celebrate our achievement in creating a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives. We are dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By embracing diversity and inclusion, our department ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more positive workplace. We also have various employee diversity networks dedicated to ensuring that our department continues to grow as an inclusive employer.
Conditions of employment
Security: Reliability
Possession of a valid, class 5 Saskatchewan driver’s license, or other provincial/territorial equivalency.
Ability and willingness to travel.
Ability and willingness to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.
Ability and willingness to work a 24-hour on-call rotation and respond to calls in a timely manner (must respond to urgent facility operational issues within 30 minutes of call-out).With appropriate safety precautions in place:
Ability and willingness to work in harsh environments (e.g., dirty, noisy, humid, hot, cold, and wet conditions).
Ability and willingness to work on ladders and at heights.
Ability and willingness to work in tight, cramped, and/or confined spaces.
Ability and willingness to lift up to 30 kg.
You need (essential for the job)
Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.At a later stage in the selection process, you will be required to provide documentation verifying your educational credentials.If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Click on the link below to contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Possession of a Journeyperson Certificate of Qualification as a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (or equivalent).
Experience with performing maintenance on building mechanical systems, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Experience with refrigerant handling (charging, recovery, leak testing, compliant documentation) in accordance with environmental regulatory requirements.
Experience working with trade contractors.
Experience working with computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Knowledge of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Knowledge of safety practices applicable to refrigeration systems.
Knowledge of applicable standards, regulations, codes, or acts, such as the Federal Halocarbon Regulations or the Canada Labour Code.
Adaptability
Initiative
Teamwork
Interactive Communication
Language requirements (essential for the job)
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You may need (asset qualifications)
Experience working with building automation systems.
Experience servicing equipment in research or laboratory environments.
Experience with Greenhouse Mechanical systems.
Supporting employment continuity by prioritizing AAFC employees impacted by workforce adjustment for job opportunities.
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Learn more about employment equity.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
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We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.