REFRIGERATION APPRENTICE (BAND LEVEL 6)

October 1, 2026

REFRIGERATION APPRENTICE (BAND LEVEL 6)

(TECHNOLOGIST II)
Department of Technical Services
(Contractual Position to September 24, 2027)

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a temporary assignment, subject to departmental approval

DUTIESUnder general supervision, the Refrigeration Apprentice will be required to perform apprentice-level tasks in accordance with standard trade practices. Duties include supporting the maintenance and repair of refrigeration equipment such as refrigerators, ultra-low freezers, refrigerated centrifuges, and chillers used for experimental, instructional, and research purposes. The successful candidate may also support the cryogenics shop, including dispensing of cryogenic liquids, as well as other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONSSuccessful candidates must have completed pre-apprenticeship (entry-level) training at a recognized institution toward journey-person certification in the respective trade. Candidates currently enrolled in pre-apprenticeship training will also be considered. Applicants must be eligible to enter the apprenticeship program under the Department of Education (Industrial Training Section). Possession of a valid driver's license and driver's abstract, as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, is required.

SALARY $36,054.60 - $60,531.30 per annum (CUPE 1615) based on year of apprenticeship program

An upscale hiring step has been applied to this position (Step 6)

CLOSING DATE October 16, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact [email protected] directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at [email protected].

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.