Refrigeration Mechanic (Supermarket Maintenance)

Keep cold rooms cold and offices cool for the air-conditioning maintenance company in Tembisa. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The work is in Tembisa, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Recover refrigerant into cylinders and log every kilogram used
• 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
• Pressure test with nitrogen, pull a deep vacuum and charge with R410A, R32 or R134a
• Clean coils, replace filters and check drain lines on scheduled services
• Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
• Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards

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

• Transport refrigeration units on trucks and trailers
• CO2 transcritical refrigeration experience in retail stores

• Company vehicle with a fitted tool rack
• Manufacturer training on new equipment ranges
• 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.
• Your SAQCC Gas card must be current. Put the expiry date on your CV so nobody has to ask.