Chiller Technician (Hospitals & Data Centres)

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Epping. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

Location: Epping, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• 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
• Pressure test with nitrogen, pull a deep vacuum and charge with R410A, R32 or R134a
• Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost
• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards

• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• Refrigeration and air-conditioning trade test or an NQF 4 occupational certificate

• Standby pay for weekend fridge breakdowns
• Company vehicle with a fitted tool rack
• Gauge manifold, vacuum pump and recovery unit issued to you
• 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.