Chiller / Industrial HVAC Technician

If you are a skilled and experienced Chiller/Industrial HVAC Technician, Aplin has an exciting opportunity for you. Our client, a recognized leader in their industry, is expanding their team in the Greater Montreal Area.

The Opportunity
Aplin is proud to partner with a leading manufacturer in the HVAC and thermal management sector to recruit a Chiller/Industrial HVAC Technician based in the Montreal region.

This is a highly hands-on technical role focused on the assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation of commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including chillers and heat pumps. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with engineering, R&D, and production teams throughout the full product development lifecycle, supporting both prototype and production units in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role is well-suited for an experienced HVAC, refrigeration, or electromechanical technician who enjoys working with complex mechanical and electrical systems and contributing to innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Assembly & Fabrication

• Assemble components such as compressors, heat exchangers, piping systems, valves, and structural assemblies
• Perform copper pipe brazing, cutting, fitting, and alignment tasks
• Support fabrication work including drilling, cutting, deburring, and part modifications
• Interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and bills of material

Electrical Assembly & Controls Support

• Perform electrical panel wiring and field wiring tasks
• Install and connect sensors, transducers, relays, contactors, VFDs, power supplies, and safety devices
• Support installation of instrumentation for pressure, temperature, flow, and current monitoring
• Assist with controls commissioning and signal verification
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Refrigeration & HVAC Systems

• Safely evacuate, charge, and recover refrigerants in compliance with industry standards
• Perform leak testing, pressure testing, and system integrity checks
• Support refrigerant circuit preparation, oil handling, and filter replacement

Startup, Testing & Troubleshooting

• Prepare chillers and heat pumps for commissioning and testing
• Execute startup procedures and functional performance testing
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and controls issues
• Support validation activities and factory acceptance testing

Production & Team Support

• Provide technical support to manufacturing and production teams
• Assist with prototype development and special projects
• Support project timelines through flexibility and collaboration

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with commercial or industrial HVAC systems, preferably chillers
• Experience with mechanical assembly and electrical/control wiring in manufacturing, testing, or R&D environments
• Strong understanding of refrigeration cycles, refrigerant handling, evacuation, and charging procedures
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and control diagrams
• Experience with electrical panels, sensors, VFDs, and industrial controls
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• HVAC/R, refrigeration, electrical, or mechanical technical training is considered an asset
• Ability to communicate effectively in both French and English
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on, collaborative environment

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.