Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems)

The hospital building services team in eMalahleni needs an HVAC technician who knows both the electrical side and the refrigerant side. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

This post is eMalahleni-based, with most of your time spent at a hospital building services team.

• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• 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
• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate

• Building management system alarm handling
• Experience with VRF systems or chillers
• CO2 transcritical refrigeration experience in retail stores

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

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