HVAC Service Technician
Trade · Hamilton Central, Waikato, New Zealand · Full-Time · $34 - $50/hr
Picture a week split between chiller plant rooms, VRF/VRV call-outs and commissioning fresh installs around Hamilton. That is the day-to-day for the HVAC/Refrigeration Service Technician this established Waikato air-conditioning and refrigeration company wants to hire.
The employer is after proof, not promises. You need real commercial background with chillers, central plant and refrigeration, and you must be able to find a fault fast and fix it properly at very different customer sites. Every skill you list has to be backed up by your papers and work history.
If you trained in South Africa, have your trade certificate and reference letters scanned and ready before you apply. A solid New Zealand workplace is waiting for a tech who can carry their own load.
Key Responsibilities
- Service, inspect and fix commercial air conditioning and refrigeration plant, from VRF/VRV units to air-cooled and water-cooled chillers
- Look after central plant chilled water systems as well as DX and chilled water process cooling equipment
- Run planned and preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment
- Track down faults in compressors, fan motors, refrigerant circuits and associated parts, then decide on the right fix
- Install, commission and start up new HVAC and refrigeration systems, working from construction drawings, technical documents and equipment specs
- Handle ACR copper pipework and welding when the job calls for it, along with pressure testing and evacuation
- Do authorised electrical isolation, disconnection and reconnection work
- Set and calibrate temperature controls, and work with HVAC controls and Building Management System interfaces
- Keep your workmanship to a professional standard on every site and build good relationships with clients
- Stick to site safety rules, PPE procedures and Health & Safety standards, and take part in toolbox talks, inductions and safety reporting
- Take your turn on the after-hours callout roster
Requirements & Eligibility
- Qualification: National Certificate in Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning, or National Trade Test Certificate Class III Assistant Tradesperson
- At least 5 years on central plant systems and chillers after qualifying; without the specified qualification, 8+ years of relevant experience may be considered
- Demonstrated commercial HVAC and refrigeration background, with hands-on knowledge of chillers, VRF/VRV, DX and chilled water systems
- Sharp fault-finding, diagnostic and repair skills, plus a track record of installing, commissioning and starting HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Able to read and make sense of technical drawings and equipment specifications
- Able to work on your own and own the jobs you are given
- Strong communication and customer service skills, with a consistent record of professional workmanship
- Willing to join an on-call roster and committed to safety and professional conduct on site
- Able to show supporting evidence for your qualifications and relevant work history
- Sponsorship is on offer for eligible overseas applicants who meet the role requirements and the applicable visa criteria
Apply: jobs@mzansiabroad.co.za · WhatsApp