Senior Commercial Refrigeration Tech – Vehicle & Benefits

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training programs

On-call allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Refrigeration Technician to join a maintenance team serving Stellenbosch, Paarl, and surrounding areas. You will install, service, and repair walk-ins, freezers, and display cases in commercial settings, with a focus on reliability and food-safety compliance.

The role involves preventative maintenance, troubleshooting refrigerant leaks and electrical faults, and reading schematics.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Refrigeration Technician.
• Strong understanding of refrigeration cycles, electrical components, and control systems.
• Proficiency with refrigerants and diagnostic tools.
• Trades qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair commercial refrigeration units (walk-ins, display cases).
• Perform preventative maintenance to optimize performance and prevent breakdowns.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot refrigerant leaks and electrical faults.
• Read schematics and manuals to guide repairs and installations.
• Ensure safety and environmental standards in refrigerant handling.
• Respond to emergency service calls to minimize downtime.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Independent work

Communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Trade qualification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (NTC3, City & Guilds)

Tools

Manifold gauges

Vacuum pumps

Leak detectors

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Refrigeration Technician to join a maintenance team serving Stellenbosch, Paarl, and surrounding areas. You will install, service, and repair walk-ins, freezers, and display cases in commercial settings, with a focus on reliability and food-safety compliance.

The role involves preventative maintenance, troubleshooting refrigerant leaks and electrical faults, and reading schematics.