Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems)

The supermarket refrigeration contractor in Sasolburg 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 Sasolburg-based, with most of your time spent at a supermarket refrigeration contractor. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• Recover refrigerant into cylinders and log every kilogram used
• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost
• Commission new systems and show the client how to use the controls

• Refrigeration and air-conditioning trade test or an NQF 4 occupational certificate
• Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat
• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• Code 08 driver's licence, since the job is mostly on the road
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems

• Transport refrigeration units on trucks and trailers
• Experience with VRF systems or chillers
• Building management system alarm handling

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

• 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.