Refrigeration Technician

Role Overview

The Refrigeration Technician repairs and maintains commercial refrigerated display cabinets and self-contained freezer systems. Based in Johannesburg, this role supports retail clients, primarily Shoprite, with both locally manufactured units and imported Fricon systems.

Key Responsibilities

Field Maintenance & Repairs

• Repair locally manufactured refrigerated display units.
• Service imported Fricon self-contained freezer systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical component failures.
• Diagnose refrigerant leaks and execute safe recoveries.
• Perform brazing, evacuation, and precise system re-charging.

Client Relations & Service Delivery

• Serve as primary technician for Shoprite stores.
• Maintain professional relationships with retail store managers.
• Respond promptly to urgent breakdown service calls.
• Ensure minimal disruption to client retail operations.

Quality & Compliance

• Conduct pre-delivery inspections on imported Fricon units.
• Complete detailed service reports after every visit.
• Adhere strictly to OHS Act safety regulations.
• Manage truck stock, tools, and recovery cylinders.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Licenses

• Qualified Artisan (Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Test Certificate).
• Valid SARACCA Safe Handling of Refrigerants Registration (Category A or B).
• Valid Code 8 (Class B) South African driver’s license.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of commercial refrigeration experience.
• Proven experience with supermarket display cases and multiplex systems.
• Direct experience troubleshooting self-contained/plug-in freezer units.
• Working knowledge of Fricon or similar European imported brands is highly advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of commercial refrigeration cycles.
• Strong electrical fault-finding capabilities (control panels, thermostats, fans).
• Ability to work independently under tight retail deadlines.
• Fluent in English; strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work standby shifts, weekends, and overtime.