Trades Worker II (Mechanical HVAC)

Trades Worker II (Mechanical HVAC)

TI.26.27.0098

Posted Date: October 21, 2026

No Closing Date

Employment Type: 1 Permanent

Division: Building Operations Division - Avalon Region

Department: Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Position Group: NAPE - Maintenance and Operations Services

Location: St. John's (Confederation Building )

Salary: $27.61- $30.67 per hour (CG-29), 40 hours per week

Benefits: Onboarding

Position Details

Transportation and Infrastructure - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

The Trades Worker II provides advanced, skilled mechanical/HVAC work at the full journey person level, in the installation, alteration, maintenance, operation and repair of the facility heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC) systems, equipment and components throughout the complex, in accordance with approved codes, trade practices, and in compliance with facility policies; Maintains building in good condition through preventative maintenance work; Completes work orders; May participate in the direction and supervision of contractors on site; May perform work across several building trades, in conjunction with other maintenance staff and occupants as necessary for the orderly functioning of the facility; May operate a government vehicle incidental to tasks assigned; Other related duties as assigned.

Screening Criteria

1. Journeyperson’s certificate or Engineering Technologist diploma in an applicable trade from a recognized post secondary institution.
2. A valid 4th Class Power Engineering, HVAC, Refrigeration or Instrumentation certification (asset).
3. Trade related experience in HVAC systems and building automation.
4. Supervisory experience. (asset)

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge of HVAC systems, building automation, and applicable codes practices and codes.
2. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and related safety issues.
3. Ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and make independent decisions.
4. Ability to assess and evaluate multiple issues and balance competing demands in a dynamic environment.
5. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
6. Professionalism.

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer

1. Valid Province of Newfoundland and Labrador Class 05 license.
2. Current driver’s abstract acceptable to the Employer.
3. Journeyperson or Engineering Technologist certification in applicable HVAC related trade.

Conditions of Acceptance

1. Lifting or moving objects over 50 lbs., is required occasionally for such tasks lifting materials and tool boxes.
2. Activities performed occasionally involve working in awkward or cramped positions often with a need for strength and endurance and ability to maintain physical balance. Work also requires the regular use of a ladder to access areas as well as work at heights.
3. Required to wear safety equipment such as safety boots, hardhat, safety vests, safety glasses and personal protection measures when completing duties.
4. As travel throughout the Region is a requirement for such things as delivering materials to sites, driving occurs on a regular basis.
5. Work may be performed both inside and outside, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.

Information for Applicants

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Marion Isaacs, Building Manager at (709) 730-7890 or [email protected]

• The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador values inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, and a workplace culture that benefits from varying ideas and lived experiences.
• Accommodations and alternate assessment formats are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting [email protected], 709-729-0130 or toll free at 1-888-729-7690. Video Relay Service (VRS) calls are welcomed.
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• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applications must be received by the closing date stated in the job posting.
• It is the responsibility of applicants to submit a resume that clearly demonstrates the required screening criteria outlined in the job description.
• Applications must contain current contact information, including phone number, mailing and, e-mail addresses.
• Application information must be factual, complete and current, to date of submission.
• This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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