HVAC Brazer

Company and Job Overview

Continual Energy Inc. and its subsidiary ARKHEAT are revolutionizing electrified heating systems, providing future-proof, modular heating and cooling systems for commercial and industrial buildings, data centers, decarbonization applications, and more. The qualified candidate will join our talented team of nearly 100 employees working to implement award-winning energy savings projects for our valued clients.

The HVAC Brazer is responsible for cutting, assembling, brazing, and/or soldering: copper, brass, stainless steel, carbon steel, and other tubing for HVAC systems. The role involves using flame torches to join refrigeration piping, ensuring leak-free connections while maintaining high-quality standards.

Core Responsibilities

Brazing:

- Brazing operations for refrigeration systems will join the following material using the appropriate brazing filler material: copper to copper, copper to brass, copper to stainless steel.

- Brazing will use the following gases: oxy-acetylene, oxy-propane, or oxy-ng torches.

- HVAC brazers apply standard brazing techniques to prevent oxidation, including nitrogen purging while brazing and/or soldering to create strong/clean/leak-free braze joints.

Assembly & Fabrication:

- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to assemble HVAC units.

- Cut, fit, and join refrigerant lines, condensers, evaporators, and compressors as required.

- Ensure brazed joints meet company and industry standards (e.g., ASME, AHRI, NFPA, CSA, or UL).

Quality Control & Testing:

- Conduct visual inspections and pressure tests (e.g., nitrogen leak tests) to verify leak-free joints.

- Identify and repair defects, leaks, or poor connections before system assembly.

- Maintain high-quality workmanship in compliance with HVAC industry standards.

Safety & Compliance:

- Follow all workplace safety procedures, including PPE use, and proper handling of torches, gases, and metals.

- Adhere to all provincial and industry safety standards for brazing and welding operations.

- Keep workstations organized, clean, and free from fire hazards.

Equipment Maintenance:

- Maintain, clean, and inspect torches, hoses, tanks, and brazing tools on a daily basis.

- Ensure proper storage and handling of compressed gases and flux materials.

- Report any equipment malfunctions to supervisors.

Skills Required

Technical Skills:

- Proficiency in oxy-acetylene/oxy-propane brazing/oxy-natural gas brazing.

- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and assembly instructions.

- Understanding of heat transfer, thermal expansion, and metal joining techniques.

Qualifications and Education Required

Education & Experience:

- High School Diploma or GED (required).

- Technical diploma or certification in HVAC, including brazing/soldering.

- 2+ years of experience in brazing in an HVAC or manufacturing setting.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required):

- Brazing Certification (TSSA or equivalent)

- HVAC Certification (recognized college or technical school)

- Occupational Health and Safety Training

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in confined spaces.

- Comfortable working in hot environments due to torch use.

- Good hand-eye coordination and steady hands for precision brazing.

Compensation:

- Salary range $26.00 and $32.00 per hour dependent upon experience and qualifications.

- Three (3) weeks of vacation.

- Ten (10) paid days off (sick days).

- Health benefits package after ninety (90) day probationary period, includes dental and vision.

- Corporate gym membership discounts available.

- Retirement savings plan.

- Potential for tuition reimbursement.

Schedule:

- Typical work week is Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

- Occasional overtime or after-hours/weekend work required.

Other:

- Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada.

- Applications must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

- Capable of passing an Ontario Contractor Security Screening Check (no criminal record).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- On-site parking

- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brampton, ON L6T 1A7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- Brazing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person