Refrigeration Mechanic (Supermarket Maintenance)

The residential aircon installer 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 work is in Bellville, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Pressure test with nitrogen, pull a deep vacuum and charge with R410A, R32 or R134a
• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them

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

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

• 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.