Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems)

Here is work for a technician who can find a leak fast and gas a system up properly, with the residential aircon installer in Springs. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

Home base is a residential aircon installer on the Springs side of Gauteng.

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

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

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

• 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.