HVAC Service Technician (Office Buildings) – Experienced

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Mthatha. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

The site is in Mthatha; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers
• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Clean coils, replace filters and check drain lines on scheduled services
• Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost
• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work

• Code 08 driver's licence, since the job is mostly on the road
• Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems

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