Apprentice Refrigeration & HVAC Engineer (Hands-On)

Total People; Preston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Total People in Preston is seeking an apprentice to gain hands-on experience across hotels, supermarkets, retail premises and industrial sites while working towards the Level 3 Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Engineering Technician Apprenticeship.

You will support qualified engineers with installation, commissioning, maintenance and repairs of commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems on a variety of customer sites, including hotels, supermarkets and offices.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Apprenticeship in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Engineering Technician.
• On-the-job training across various commercial environments.

Responsibilities

• Install commercial air conditioning systems, including split and VRV multi-split setups.
• Install and commission refrigeration equipment.
• Maintain and repair cellar cooling systems, fridges and refrigerated storage equipment.
• Assist with planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Diagnose faults and repair refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Replace defective components and equipment as required.
• Carrying out pipework installation, insulation and system pressure testing.
• Assist with refrigerant handling in line with legislation and environmental requirements.
• Support site surveys and project preparation for new installations.
• Assist with new commercial installation projects from setup to completion.
• Maintain service reports, job sheets and installation documentation.
• Ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with company and industry standards.

Education

Level 3 Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

Total People in Preston is seeking an apprentice to gain hands-on experience across hotels, supermarkets, retail premises and industrial sites while working towards the Level 3 Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Engineering Technician Apprenticeship.

You will support qualified engineers with installation, commissioning, maintenance and repairs of commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems on a variety of customer sites, including hotels, supermarkets and offices.