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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

Trade Description:

In Manitoba, you can train to be a commercial refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic OR a residential refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic. Mechanics in this trade install, repair, service, replace and maintain a variety of air conditioning and heating equipment, as well as ventilation and air exchange systems. Commercial mechanics work in buildings such as apartments, restaurants, hospitals and ice rinks. Residential mechanics work in private residences.

Major employers include air conditioning contractors, refrigeration equipment dealers, truck transportation firms and storage warehouses.

 
Trade Regulation
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal Occupational Standard
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (Residential) Provincial Occupational Standard (for future exams to be developed)
Provincial Occupational Analysis (for current exams)
 

Apprenticeship Annual Requirements:

Levels Total Hours/Year
(On-the-Job & Technical Training)
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Delivered By
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
4 1,800 9-9-9-9 RRC Polytech
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (Residential) 3 1,800 9-9-9 RRC Polytech
 

Training Standards:

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

2023 Technical Training Standard (See Implementation Schedule below)
PDF Document Level One PDF Document Level Chart
PDF Document Level Two PDF Document RSOS Subtask to Unit Comparison
PDF Document Level Three
PDF Document Level Four
 
2011 Technical Training Standard
PDF Document Level One PDF Document Level Chart
PDF Document Level Two PDF Document NOA Subtask to Unit Comparison
PDF Document Level Three
PDF Document Level Four
 

Implementation Schedule for RACM

2023/2024
2024/2025
Level 1 - 2023 Standard
Level 1 - 2023 Standard
Level 2 - 2023 Standard
Level 2 - 2023 Standard
Level 3 - 2023 Standard
Level 3 - 2023 Standard
Level 4 - 2011 Standard
Level 4 - 2023 Standard


Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (Residential)

2023 Technical Training Standard (See Implementation Schedule below)
PDF Document Level One PDF Document Level Chart
PDF Document Level Two PDF Document POS Subtask to Unit Comparison
PDF Document Level Three
 
2011 Technical Training Standard
PDF Document Level One PDF Document Level Chart
PDF Document Level Two PDF Document POA Subtask to Unit Comparison
PDF Document Level Three
 

Implementation Schedule for RACM (Residential)

2024/2025
Level 1 - 2023 Standard
Level 2 - 2023 Standard
Level 3 - 2023 Standard
 

Red Seal Exam Information

Red Seal Exam Breakdown Red Seal Exam Self-Assessment Guide
RACM Sample Exams Assessment Guide                        Red Seal Exam Self-Assessment Guide (PDF)
 

Challenging the Exam - Trades Qualification:

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
Years of Experience Hours Required Additional Practical Exam Required
6 10,800 No
PDF Document Employer Declaration | PDF Document Employer Declaration (FR)
PDF Document Statutory Declaration | PDF Document Statutory Declaration (FR)
 
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (Residential)
Years of Experience Hours Required Additional Practical Exam Required
4.5 8,100 No
PDF Document Employer Declaration
PDF Document Statutory Declaration
 

Accredited Programs:

Apprenticeship Trade Training Institution -
Secondary Schools 
Training Institution -
Post-Secondary Schools
Training Institution
Program Name 
Level
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic __ Red River College, Construction Trades Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Technician Program 1