Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems)

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Polokwane. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

Location: Polokwane, Limpopo. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

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

• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• Refrigeration and air-conditioning trade test or an NQF 4 occupational certificate
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• Code 08 driver's licence, since the job is mostly on the road

• Transport refrigeration units on trucks and trailers
• Experience with VRF systems or chillers
• 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
• Gauge manifold, vacuum pump and recovery unit issued to you

• Say which refrigerants and system types you have worked on. A recruiter for supermarket work wants to see CO2 or large rack systems.
• Your SAQCC Gas card must be current. Put the expiry date on your CV so nobody has to ask.