Aircon Installer (Residential) – Experienced

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Paarl, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 2 hours ago
Contract Trades & Services Code 08
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Job Description

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Paarl. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

Location: Paarl, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

What you'll actually do

  • Pressure test with nitrogen, pull a deep vacuum and charge with R410A, R32 or R134a
  • Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work
  • Recover refrigerant into cylinders and log every kilogram used
  • Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
  • Clean coils, replace filters and check drain lines on scheduled services
  • Commission new systems and show the client how to use the controls
  • Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost

You'll need

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

Extra points for

  • Building management system alarm handling
  • Transport refrigeration units on trucks and trailers
  • CO2 transcritical refrigeration experience in retail stores

On offer

  • Standby pay for weekend fridge breakdowns
  • Manufacturer training on new equipment ranges
  • Gauge manifold, vacuum pump and recovery unit issued to you

How to apply for this job

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): SAQCC Gas card plus refrigeration trade or occupational certificate.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Paarl.

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How to stand out

  • Mention whether you are comfortable on standby. Most service jobs in this trade include it.
  • Your SAQCC Gas card must be current. Put the expiry date on your CV so nobody has to ask.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationPaarl, Western Cape
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience4+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted24 October 2026
Closing Date1 December 2026
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