Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems)

Here is work for a technician who can find a leak fast and gas a system up properly, with the hospital building services team in Atlantis. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

Location: Atlantis, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Recover refrigerant into cylinders and log every kilogram used
• Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers
• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work
• Commission new systems and show the client how to use the controls

• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• Code 08 driver's licence, since the job is mostly on the road
• Refrigeration and air-conditioning trade test or an NQF 4 occupational certificate
• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat

• Building management system alarm handling
• Experience with VRF systems or chillers

• Gauge manifold, vacuum pump and recovery unit issued to you
• Company vehicle with a fitted tool rack
• Standby pay for weekend fridge breakdowns

• Mention whether you are comfortable on standby. Most service jobs in this trade include it.
• Your SAQCC Gas card must be current. Put the expiry date on your CV so nobody has to ask.