Refrigeration Mechanic (Supermarket Maintenance)

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Roodepoort. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

You'll be based at a cold chain logistics company in Roodepoort. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
• Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
• Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers
• 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
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• Refrigeration and air-conditioning trade test or an NQF 4 occupational certificate
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat

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

• 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.