Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems)

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Pretoria East. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

This post is Pretoria East-based, with most of your time spent at a cold chain logistics company. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers
• Pressure test with nitrogen, pull a deep vacuum and charge with R410A, R32 or R134a
• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost
• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work

• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat

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

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