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Newcastle: Refrigeration Technician – Commercial trucks and trailers posted by The Recruitment Guy

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About the Role

As a Refrigeration Technician, you will be responsible for installing and maintaining refrigeration units on commercial trucks and trailers, as well as performing repairs and diagnostics on transport refrigeration equipment. You will work in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills, as well as experience with commercial air-conditioning systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Installation of refrigeration units on commercial trucks and trailers
  • Maintenance and servicing of refrigeration and cooling systems
  • Fault finding and diagnostics on transport refrigeration equipment
  • Repairs to freezer units, refrigerated trailers, and meat transport coolers
  • Servicing of truck air-conditioning systems
  • Gas leak detection and refrigeration system pressure testing
  • Replacement of compressors, condensers, evaporators, and system components
  • Electrical fault finding within refrigeration control systems
  • Preventative maintenance and servicing schedules for fleet equipment
  • Breakdown repairs and emergency call-outs when required
  • Maintaining accurate service records and compliance documentation

Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Matric) level education
  • Trade qualification in Refrigeration / HVAC advantageous
  • Refrigeration gas handling certification advantageous
  • Experience working with transport refrigeration systems
  • Knowledge of truck refrigeration brands such as Thermo King, Carrier, or similar advantageous
  • Experience with commercial air-conditioning systems
  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
  • Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
  • Experience in commercial truck workshop or fleet environment advantageous
  • Valid drivers license

Qualifications

  • No specific qualifications mentioned.
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No information provided on salary or benefits.

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