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 | RACM Commercial Sample Exams |
 Prepping for the Exam - Booklist |
Occupational Analyses:
| Commercial | National Occupational Analysis |
| Residential | Provincial Occupational Analysis |
Apprenticeship Annual Requirements:
| Levels | Total Hours/Year (On-the-Job & Technical Training) |
Total Weeks/Year (Technical Training) |
Delivered By | |
| Commercial | 5 | 1,800 | 9-9-9-9-10 | RRC (All Levels)
ACC (Level 5 only) |
| Residential | 4 | 1,800 | 9-9-9-10 | RRC (All Levels)
ACC (Level 4 only) |
Training Standards:
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic - Commercial | |
| Level One |
Level Chart |
| Level Two |
Profile Chart |
| Level Three |
NOA Subtask to Unit Comparison |
| Level Four |
Unit to Course Comparison Checklist |
| Level Five | |
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic - Residential | |
| Level One |
Level Chart |
| Level Two |
Profile Chart |
| Level Three |
POA Subtask to Unit Comparison |
| Level Four |
Unit to Course Comparison Checklist |
Challenging the Exam - Trades Qualification:
| Years of Experience | Hours Required | Additional Practical Exam Required | Form(s) | |
| Commercial | 7.5 | 13,500 | No | Work Experience Form |
| Residential | 6 | 10,800 | No | Work Experience Form |
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 |
