Refrigeration Mechanic (Supermarket Maintenance)

The residential aircon installer in Germiston needs an HVAC technician who knows both the electrical side and the refrigerant side. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll report in Germiston. Relocation is not covered for this one. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Clean coils, replace filters and check drain lines on scheduled services
• Commission new systems and show the client how to use the controls
• Pressure test with nitrogen, pull a deep vacuum and charge with R410A, R32 or R134a
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work

• 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
• Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat

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

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

• 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.