Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems)

Keep cold rooms cold and offices cool for the supermarket refrigeration contractor in Paarl. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll report in Paarl. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work
• Clean coils, replace filters and check drain lines on scheduled services
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers

• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• Refrigeration and air-conditioning trade test or an NQF 4 occupational certificate

• Transport refrigeration units on trucks and trailers
• CO2 transcritical refrigeration experience in retail stores

• Company vehicle with a fitted tool rack
• Standby pay for weekend fridge breakdowns
• Manufacturer training on new equipment ranges

• Mention whether you are comfortable on standby. Most service jobs in this trade include it.
• Say which refrigerants and system types you have worked on. A recruiter for supermarket work wants to see CO2 or large rack systems.