Oil Burner Technician

At Parkland, our purpose is to Power Journeys & Energize Communities. We are a prominent independent supplier and marketer of fuel and petroleum products and a leading convenience store operator. As One Parkland team, we proudly serve diverse retail, commercial and wholesale customers across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean region, and South America. We power a growing family of locally known brands including Ultramar, Bluewave Energy, Pipeline, Chevron, Columbia Fuels, Island Petroleum, and Sparlings Propane.

We recognize that diversity gives us an edge and inclusion propels us forward. We’re also a passionate team of down-to-earth achievers, committed to getting our customers, colleagues and communities further, faster. As such, we welcome talented individuals that have a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and industry experience who will contribute to the success of our One Parkland team.

Position Title: Oil Burner Technician

Team and Location: Commercial - Stellarton, NS

Position Summary: Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Oil Burner Technician will be responsible for safely servicing, maintaining, and installing oil burning equipment for customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install oil burner components such as thermostats, motors, piping and safety devices and connect fuel supply, ventilation and electrical systems;
• Test installed unit and adjust controls for proper functioning;
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning oil burners, their components and controls;
• Perform scheduled maintenance service on oil heating systems;
• Administrative duties including ordering parts, completion of work orders and invoicing, obtaining installation permits and assisting with shop related duties;
• Read and interpret drawings or specifications to determine work to be performed;
• Lay out oil burner heating system components and assemble components using hand and power tools;
• Install oil burner components such as thermostats, motors, piping and safety devices, and connect to fuel supply, ventilation and electrical system;
• Test installed unit and adjust controls for proper functioning;
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning oil burners, and their components and controls;
• Perform scheduled maintenance service on oil and solid fuel heating systems.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Completion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program is usually required;
• Completion of a 3 to 4-year apprenticeship program or a combination of over 4 years of work experience and industry courses in heating systems installation and repair is usually required for trade certification;
• Oil heat system technician trade certification is compulsory in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick and is available, but voluntary, in Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut;
• Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified oil heat system technicians upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination;
• Must hold Interprovincial Red Seal trade certification;
• Excellent customer service and communication skills required;
• Valid Class 5 Drivers license and clean driving record required;
• Additional trades experience, along with a mechanical aptitude is an asset;
• Ability to work independently and comfortable working at heights.

We Offer:

• Our Performance-based Annual Incentive Plan, an annual bonus awarding your performance.
• A share in our success through the Employee Share Purchase Plan and 100% company matching.
• A flexible group benefit plan that offers health and dental coverage choices to meet the needs of each unique employee. Inclusive of life and disability insurances, Health Care and Lifestyle Spending options, and a supportive Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Participation in Parkland Pledge, an employee-driven charitable giving program.
• An employee referral program – earn up to $2000 for your referral.
• In-house learning and development opportunities, leadership training, international opportunities.
• Discount Programs and Educational Scholarship Programs for family members.
• A safety focused work environment and ongoing safety training.

Please note:

• Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time. Parkland regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas.
• Parkland Corporation is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. We strive to provide accessibility in employment to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. Parkland Corporation will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability, please notify us upon scheduling your interview.
• Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check which may include but not be limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol and/or Fitness for Duty testing.