Role overview

Merit Ontario is committed to building Ontario's skilled trades workforce. We support construction employers through innovative workforce development solutions, including our Group Sponsor Apprenticeship Program, e-learning, and customized training. Working with small, medium, and large construction employers across the province, we help develop skilled talent, support apprentice success, and strengthen Ontario's construction industry.

One of our member companies, Due North Mechanical is looking to hire a HVACr Division Lead / Manager.

Due North Mechanical is an established plumbing and gas fitting contractor looking to develop and grow our HVACr division. We're looking for an individual with a multi-faceted skillset, someone with the aptitude to do the work and the drive to develop and lead.

What You'll Do

Handle installation, service, and repair of residential and commercial systems
Establish and foster the division working from an established customer base
Work closely with our team to set the division's direction
Build, mold and lead a crew as the division scales
Help shape pricing, processes, supplier relationships, and service offerings
Work to expand our customer base and attract new business

What You Need

313A — Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic license
G2 or G1 gas license
Strong experience with both residential and commercial HVACr systems
Strong interpersonal skills with an aptitude for mentorship
A leadership mindset — you want to direct, manage, and build
Digital skills, familiarity with productivity software and a willingness to learn and adapt
Valid Ontario driver's licenses and clean abstract

Assets (nice to have)

ODP (Ozone Depletion Prevention) card
Experience managing crews or running a service department
Familiarity with the Hamilton-to-Waterloo region
Experience pricing and quoting jobs
Experience in both HVACr service and construction

What We Offer

Salary based on experience ($80K-$120K annual salary)
Equity / ownership stake for the right individual
Comprehensive health & dental benefit package
Company truck, computer and work phone
Administrative assistance
Tool and clothing allowance
Flexible working hours
Ability to work from home

Disclaimer: Although Merit Ontario employs artificial intelligence enabled tools to conduct initial application screening based on job-related criteria, decisions about who progresses in the hiring process are always made by people. Only qualified candidates will be contacted..