Position Type:	Full-time
Location:	London, ON
Date Posted:	Jul 22, 2025
Experience:	2 Years
Education:	High School Diploma

Job Description

Position: Gas Technician at Hobbs Welding and Boiler Services
What We Do
We are the regions most experienced commercial boiler specialists. We are a locally owned and operated business serving the Commercial, Institutional, Industrial & Agricultural sectors.
We have been serving London and much of Southwestern Ontario since 1960.
We Service:

Heating Hydronic Thermal systems and controls installation and maintenance
Boiler Installation/Removal/Repair
High/Low pressure steam, Hot water and DHW boilers
Gas line installations
Industrial Flame & Fluid multi-gas fired equipment service
Preventative Maintenance
Refractory installation and repairs
Tank and accessory fabrication
Pressure welding
Generator Installation & Maintenance
Mechanical Engineering
Co Generation Systems

Minimum Requirements:

Must have Gas Technician 2 (G2) license.
Gas Technician 1 (G1) license an asset.
Minimum of 2 years experience in the field.
The ability to work independently.
Be able to read drawings and blueprints.
Ability to size and install gas delivery systems for equipment.
Familiarity with hydronics and commercial and residential boilers
Knowledge of low and high pressure steam systems and condensate distribution systems.
Able to be versatile, as we service a wide variety of commercial boilers, hot water and steam systems and heating issues.
Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation.
Ability to troubleshoot, make on-site decisions and adapt to a changing work environment.
Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment.
Ability to meet physical demands of the role including to lift and transport materials, bend, excavate, climb and reach repetitively.
Service a diverse range of clients including schools, apartment buildings, commercial properties, Industrial food/drink processing, and institutional facilities.
Proven experience in the respective subcategory or in a similar role.
Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing HVAC equipment malfunctions.

Education:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
Maintain a valid G Ontario Drivers Licence.
Current First Aid Certification including CPR an asset.
6G TSSA pipe welding licence an asset.
Working at Heights license an asset.
Aerial lift certification an asset.
Forklift licence an asset
Ability to progress through all levels of gas technician apprenticeship in a timely manner (95% of our clients require a G1 to work on equipment)

What We Provide to Our Employees

At Hobbs we expect a lot from our technicians. That's why we're committed to providing them with compensation and training that help them get better at their job, while providing for their families, which include:

30 - 51.50$ an hour commensurate with experience.
Opportunity for growth.
A supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance
Receive training and support from our experienced team to enhance your skills and knowledge, even if you're new to certain equipment or systems.
Service vehicle and tools provided.
Year-end bonus.
Vacation pay increases with period of employment.
Boot/clothing allowance after 3 month probation period
Health plan allowance after 3 month probation period
Cell phone allowance after 3 month probation period

Please note that this position requires a Criminal Background Check. This is required for many clients specifically to work in government buildings. This documentation must be provided in order for an employment offer to be extended.