Senior Commercial Refrigeration Technician – Field Service

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Specialized refrigeration training

Work-life balance & supportive team

Company vehicle, phone & fuel card

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Refrigeration Technician to service retailers and hospitality clients in the Centurion area. The role focuses on diagnosing faults, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will work independently, manage their own schedule, and communicate findings clearly through detailed service reports.

Qualifications

• Qualified technician with specific training or certification in Commercial Refrigeration.
• A minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience servicing and repairing commercial refrigeration systems.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair a wide variety of refrigeration equipment from different manufacturers.
• Strong understanding of refrigeration principles, thermodynamics, and electrical controls.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration and cooling systems.
• Diagnose system malfunctions, including refrigerant leaks, compressor failures, and control issues.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
• Evacuate systems, charge with refrigerant, and ensure environmental compliance.
• Read and interpret refrigeration schematics and manuals.
• Replace faulty components such as compressors, fans, thermostats, and control boards.
• Provide detailed service reports documenting work performed and parts used.
• Respond to emergency service calls in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure all work adheres to safety standards and company policies.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships and provide high levels of service.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Education

Commercial Refrigeration certification

Tools

Vacuum pumps

Manifold gauges

Recovery machines

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Refrigeration Technician to service retailers and hospitality clients in the Centurion area. The role focuses on diagnosing faults, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will work independently, manage their own schedule, and communicate findings clearly through detailed service reports.