Job Title: Apprentice Gas Technician

Hiring Company: Ultimate Home Comfort Inc.

Business Address: 160 Chain Lake Drive, Halifax, NS B3S 1E9

Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time (Minimum 40 hours per week)

Number of Available Positions: 1

Start Date: As soon as possible

Company Information

Halifax homeowners trust Ultimate Home Comfort for reliable heating, outdoor, and lifestyle products. Our team also offers delivery, installation, and maintenance services with each product, further backed by a solid one-year warranty on parts and labour and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

We are dedicated to finding the right green choice solution for our customers to create a safe, warm home environment that meets or exceeds their expectations, to enhance their lifestyles for their Ultimate Home Comfort.

Job Duties

Working under the supervision of a qualified and licensed Gas Technician, as an Apprentice you will:

• Install, inspect and maintain gas-fired appliances, including gas fireplaces, BBQs, and other natural gas or propane equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair gas-fired appliances.
• Connect gas lines and components.
• Conduct leak and pressure tests.
• Check ventilation and combustion systems.  
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions, replace defective parts, and perform routine maintenance.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable safety codes, regulations, manufacturer specifications, and licensing requirements.
• Explain equipment operation and safety precautions to customers.
• Complete accurate service reports.
• Maintain and repair company tools and equipment.
• Provide professional installation and after-sales service.
• May perform other tasks as assigned.

Employment Requirements

Education

• Diploma or equivalent in plumbing and heating, gas installation or related field.

Licensing

• Applicant is required to apply for apprentice registration with the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency.
• Applicant is expected to be working towards becoming a fully licensed Gas Fitter as soon as possible.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a gas fitter helper or similar in gas appliance installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to perform all job duties listed.

Language of Work

• English language ability.

Skills and Requirements

• Knowledge of natural gas and propane systems, gas piping, leak detection, pressure testing, appliance servicing, and safety regulations.
• Must be able to diagnose technical problems.
• Ability to use hand tools and testing equipment safely.
• Have strong attention to detail when following manufacturer specifications, completing work, and writing reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow instructions of supervisor, and work as a team player.
• Must be willing and able to travel to various client sites across Nova Scotia, work flexible schedules and attend emergency on-call service requests in accordance with business and client needs.

Benefits

• Disability insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Extended medical benefits.
• Support and training required to obtain Gas Technician licensing through the Red Seal Apprenticeship Program.
• Paid vacation.

Wage

• $38.00 per hour.

Location of Work

• Head Office: 160 Chain Lake Drive, Halifax, NS B3S 1E9
• Work Locations: Various client sites across Nova Scotia in accordance with business and client needs.

Contact

• Please send your resume and cover letter to: gm@ultimatehomecomfort.com

or

• Send your resume and cover letter for the attention of the General Manager to the following address: 160 Chain Lake Drive, Halifax, NS B3S 1E9