Aircon Installer (Residential) – Immediate Start

The cold chain logistics company in Bellville needs an HVAC technician who knows both the electrical side and the refrigerant side. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Bellville; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work
• Clean coils, replace filters and check drain lines on scheduled services
• Commission new systems and show the client how to use the controls
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
• Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost

• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• Refrigeration and air-conditioning trade test or an NQF 4 occupational certificate
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants

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

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