Air-Conditioning Technician (Split & VRF Systems) – Permanent

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

Home base is a cold chain logistics company on the Umhlanga side of KwaZulu-Natal. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost
• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers
• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work
• Clean coils, replace filters and check drain lines on scheduled services
• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them

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

• Experience with VRF systems or chillers
• CO2 transcritical refrigeration experience in retail stores
• Building management system alarm handling

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

• 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.