Refrigeration Technician (Commercial Cold Rooms)

How2Apply Talent Network
Mthatha, Eastern Cape
Full-time
Posted 9 hours ago
Full-time Trades & Services Code 08
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Job Description

The cold chain logistics company in Mthatha 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.

Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

What your day looks like

  • Respond to temperature alarms from cold rooms before stock is lost
  • Pressure test with nitrogen, pull a deep vacuum and charge with R410A, R32 or R134a
  • Commission new systems and show the client how to use the controls
  • Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
  • Recover refrigerant into cylinders and log every kilogram used
  • Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards

You'll need

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

Nice if you have

  • Experience with VRF systems or chillers
  • Building management system alarm handling

What you get

  • 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

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): SAQCC Gas card plus refrigeration trade or occupational certificate.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Mthatha; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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How to stand out

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationMthatha, Eastern Cape
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience6+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted30 September 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
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