Refrigeration Technician

SUMMARY:
Seeking a Trade-Qualified Refrigeration Technician for a market leader in Nelspruit. Requires 3+ years of transport cooling experience. Maintain and repair high-performance mobile units for a premier commercial fleet.

POSITION INFO:

About the Opportunity

Our client is a dominant force in the South African transport cooling and mobile refrigeration sector. They are dedicated to providing high-performance temperature control solutions for commercial fleets across Mpumalanga. Known for their technical innovation and reliability, they offer a professional, fast-paced environment where precision engineering ensures that essential goods reach their destination safely.

Key Responsibilities

You will oversee the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of high-capacity refrigeration units on commercial vehicles. This includes vacuuming systems, charging refrigerants, and conducting pressure tests to ensure leak-free operation. Your expertise is critical for calibrating temperature controllers and ensuring that every unit operates within strict thermal parameters to protect sensitive cargo throughout the transport lifecycle in the demanding Lowveld climate.

Job Experience & Skills Required

• Trade Qualification: Must be a Qualified Refrigeration Technician (Trade Test).
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of specialized experience in transport refrigeration.
• Technical Mastery: Proven ability to troubleshoot complex refrigeration cycles, including compressors, evaporators, and expansion valves.
• System Knowledge: Deep understanding of refrigerant types (e.g., R404A, R134a) and their specific application in mobile environments.
• Local Proximity: Must be currently based in (or willing to relocate to) the Nelspruit area.

Apply Now!

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