Refrigeration Mechanic (Supermarket Maintenance)

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Boksburg. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

This post is Boksburg-based, with most of your time spent at an air-conditioning maintenance company.

• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work
• Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers
• Recover refrigerant into cylinders and log every kilogram used
• Commission new systems and show the client how to use the controls
• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes

• Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• Code 08 driver's licence, since the job is mostly on the road
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate

• CO2 transcritical refrigeration experience in retail stores
• Experience with VRF systems or chillers

• Company vehicle with a fitted tool rack
• Manufacturer training on new equipment ranges
• Gauge manifold, vacuum pump and recovery unit issued to you
• Standby pay for weekend fridge breakdowns

• 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.