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Oil Burner Technician

@ Carmichael Engineering Ltd.

Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia

Full-time
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Overview

Carmichael Engineering Ltd. is hiring a full-time Oil Burner Technician in Eastern Nova Scotia, Port Hawkesbury. The role maintains, diagnoses and repairs commercial and institutional hot water and steam heating systems, reporting to the Service Manager. The position is unionized with union rates.

Responsibilities:

  • Seasonal maintenance of hot water and steam heating systems
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve system faults
  • Test combustion equipment and control systems
  • Replace faulty parts and reassemble systems
  • Perform combustion analysis and adjustments

Requirements summary:

  • Oil burner boiler experience required
  • Hydronics experience required
  • Gas or oil licences an asset
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Strong client and supplier communication

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Employer posting date
2026-09-09
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-11-02

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Job details

DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities

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Full company description

Dedicated to Excellence For over a century, Carmichael has been delivering expert solutions in HVAC, industrial refrigeration, automation, combustion, energy, and scientific equipment services. From our roots in Montreal to our nationwide presence, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering. Explore our expertise and see how we can support your business. Engagés envers l’excellence Depuis plus de 100 ans, Carmichael offre des solutions expertes en CVAC, réfrigération industrielle, automatisation, combustion, énergie et équipements scientifiques. De nos débuts à Montréal à notre présence à l’échelle nationale, notre engagement envers l’excellence demeure inébranlable. Découvrez notre expertise et voyez comment nous pouvons soutenir votre entreprise.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 3822, de Courtrai, Montreal, QC H3S 1C1, CA
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  • 1321 Blanshard St, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 0B6, CA
  • Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CA
Business categories
  • Service Industry
  • Professional Services
  • Consumer Electronics
Other recorded names
  • Carmichael Engineering Ltd.
Specialties
  • Heating and combustion
  • Design and maintenance of thermal systems
  • Energy Management
  • Building Automation
  • Industrial Refrigeration
  • HVAC
  • Design Build
  • and Scientific Refrigeration and Calibration
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Reported total investment
0

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Dedicated to Excellence For over a century, Carmichael has been delivering expert solutions in HVAC, industrial refrigeration, automation, combustion, energy, and scientific equipment services. From our roots in Montreal to our nationwide presence, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering. Explore our expertise and see how we can support your business. Engagés envers l’excellence Depuis plus de 100 ans…

FieldValue
IndustryFacilities Services
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersMontreal, QC
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1922
SpecialtiesHeating and combustionDesign and maintenance of thermal systemsEnergy ManagementBuilding AutomationIndustrial RefrigerationHVACDesign Buildand Scientific Refrigeration and Calibration
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Job description

Carmichael Engineering is seeking a full-time Commercial Heating technician to join its team.

Reporting to the Service Manager, you will play a key role in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of commercial and institutional heating systems, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation.

In this role, you will be primarily responsible for servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing hot water and steam heating systems, while supporting operational continuity for commercial and institutional clients.

Please note this is a unionized position.

Job Title: Oil Burner Technician

Work Location: Eastern Nova Scotia / Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia

Salary Range: Unionized Rates

Responsibilities:

  • Perform seasonal maintenance on a wide range of hot water and steam heating systems in industrial and institutional sectors

  • Diagnose system issues, troubleshoot, and resolve problems

  • Test combustion equipment and associated control systems

  • Dismantle defective systems and test components

  • Replace faulty parts and reassemble repaired systems

  • Test system operation and make necessary adjustments to ensure safe and reliable performance

  • Estimate, order, and install materials and supplies required for equipment maintenance

  • Maintain accurate records of repairs, replacements, and causes of malfunctions

  • Perform combustion analysis and adjustments to meet manufacturer requirements

  • Provide personalized follow-up with clients

Requirements:

  • Oil Burner Boiler experience required

  • Hydronics experience required

  • Gaz or Oil licenses an asset

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Strong communication skills with clients and suppliers

  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical diagrams

Health and Safety is a core value at Carmichael Engineering. You are expected to comply at all times with company and client health and safety policies while working on-site.

Carmichael Engineering welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

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