1st Year HVAC Apprentice

Crest Air Conditioning; Geehi; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Crest Air Conditioning in Geehi, NSW is offering a four-year apprenticeship starting in January 2027. You will learn to diagnose faults, install and service a range of air conditioning systems, and gain experience across domestic, commercial and ventilation systems with on-the-job training and part-time study at TAFE.

Join a reputable team and develop practical skills in refrigeration and climate control while working across diverse sites and projects.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training with qualified technicians and formal study at TAFE
• Must be willing to start January 2027
• Physically fit and able to complete manual tasks
• Must enjoy working outdoors and travel to worksites

Responsibilities

• Learn to diagnose faults and repair and test air conditioning systems
• Read and interpret installation plans for new systems
• Learn about refrigerated systems that cool/hear water and air
• Commission systems including testing and balancing air and water distribution

Skills

Willingness to learn

Physically fit

Punctual and reliable

Team player

Able to travel to worksites

Education

Certificate III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (UEE32220)

Job description

Fantastic opportunity to learn from the best in the air conditioning industry:

• Four-year Apprenticeship working towards a Certificate III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (UEE32220)
• On-the-job training with qualified and experienced technicians combined with formal study (3 years part-time) at an elected TAFE
• Participate in workplace and worksite rotations which allows you to experience a variety of work environments including all aspects of the trade

What will I be doing?

As part of your Apprenticeship you will undertake varied duties, which may include, but not limited to:

• Learning how to diagnose faults, carry out repairs, test and maintain a diverse range of air conditioning systems including domestic and commercial air conditioning systems, mechanical ventilation systems and water heating and cooling systems.
• Reading and interpreting plans for installation of new systems and servicing of existing systems
• Learning about refrigerated systems that cool and heat water and air
• Commissioning of systems including testing and balancing of air and water distribution

About You:

• Recently completed Year 11 or Year 12 and ready to start your apprenticeship in January 2027
• Drivers Licence and own transport
• White Card
• Must enjoy working outdoors
• Physically fit and able to complete manual tasks
• Be willing to travel to worksites
• Able to work in a team environment
• Punctual and reliable
• Willingness to learn and commit to completing an apprenticeship

About the Crest team:

• Crest is a well-known, highly reputable brand within the building services industry
• Strong reputation for quality products and service
• Crest specialises in the Design, Supply, Installation, Service and Maintenance of Commercial, Industrial and Residential air conditioning equipment
• Fabulous team of people - the very reason we continue to experience growth
• Stability and security – which is demonstrated by the way our people stay long term