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Journeyman & Apprentice Refrigeration Technicians – Manitoba

Location: Wherever the problem is in Manitoba (and sometimes across Western Canada — we get around)

Keep Your Cool. Fix the Chaos. Cash in When You Nail It.

Let’s be real — refrigeration isn’t glamorous… until everything breaks and suddenly you’re the most important person on site.

At Gateway Mechanical, we’re looking for Journeyman & Apprentice Refrigeration Technicians who know their stuff, don’t panic under pressure, and maybe even enjoy the challenge (just a little).

If you like variety, hate boredom, and take pride in doing the job right the first time — you’ll fit in just fine.

Who We Are (Quick Version — No Fluff)

  • Around since 1968 (we know what we’re doing)
  • Largest HVAC & Refrigeration service provider in Western Canada
  • 40,000+ service calls a year — yeah, we’re busy
  • Local crews backed by serious technical brainpower

Translation: You won’t be stuck guessing. You’ll have support when you need it — and room to run when you don’t.

The Gig

This role isn’t just service. And it’s not just projects.

It’s both — because doing one all the time gets boring.

You’ll:

  • Jump between service calls and project installs
  • Fix what’s broken
  • Build what’s new
  • Figure things out when they don’t make sense (because they won’t always)

One day you’re saving a grocery store’s product. Next day you’re installing a brand-new system like a boss.

What You’ll Actually Do

  • Diagnose issues like a detective (minus the trench coat)
  • Repair and maintain commercial & industrial HVACR systems
  • Install and retrofit equipment — clean, compliant, and done right
  • Read blueprints without pretending you understand them
  • Keep your paperwork tight (yes, it matters)
  • Show customers you know your stuff without talking in circles

Let’s Talk Projects (aka Where You Can Shine)

We don’t just want bodies on-site — we want people who take ownership.

Project work = opportunity to earn more

If your projects are:

  • ✅ Safe
  • ✅ On time
  • ✅ On budget

You get rewarded. Simple as that.

No gimmicks — just recognition for doing solid work.

What Makes You “That Tech”

You:

  • Don’t wait around to be told what to do
  • Can troubleshoot without spiraling
  • Show up on time (it’s not optional)
  • Communicate clearly — no guessing games
  • Actually care about safety (and your fingers)
  • Know when to ask for help — and when not to

You’ll Need

  • Journeyman Cert (or indentured Apprentice)
  • Supermarket experience — big plus here
  • ✅ 2+ years experience
  • ✅ Ability to handle on-call rotation without disappearing
  • ✅ Valid Class 5 license + decent driving record

Bonus points if you’ve got:

  • Gas ticket
  • Safety certs (First Aid, WHMIS, CSTS, etc.)
  • Fall Protection, AWP, H2S (you know the drill)

Why Gateway?

Because:

  • You won’t be bored
  • You’ll actually grow your skills
  • You’ll work with people who know what they’re doing
  • And when you perform — it pays off

The Bottom Line

If you:

  • Fix problems instead of walking away from them
  • Take pride in your work (even the messy jobs)
  • Like a mix of service calls and building projects
  • And want to be part of a team that actually pulls its weight…

You should probably apply.

About Gateway Mechanical Services

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