Transport Refrigeration Technician (Truck Units)

You'll install, service and repair refrigeration and aircon systems across Krugersdorp. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The site is in Krugersdorp; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

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

• At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
• SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
• Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate
• Code 08 driver's licence, since the job is mostly on the road

• Transport refrigeration units on trucks and trailers
• Experience with VRF systems or chillers
• 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
• Standby pay for weekend fridge breakdowns

• 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.