Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Install, service, maintain and repair airconditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment.
- Interpret drawings, specifications and job requirements to determine installation and servicing requirements.
- Establish installation reference points and prepare sites for equipment installation.
- Install mounting brackets and prepare pipework for airconditioning and refrigeration systems.
- Cut, bend, flare, braze and connect copper piping and associated refrigerant lines.
- Install and repair components including compressors, condensers, evaporators, motors, switches, controls, gauges and associated equipment.
- Install and connect refrigerant, chilled-water and other system pipework as required.
- Test systems for leaks and identify faults using appropriate testing equipment.
- Evacuate systems using vacuum equipment and charge systems with the appropriate refrigerant.
- Test-operate airconditioning and refrigeration systems and make necessary adjustments.
- Diagnose electrical, mechanical and refrigeration-system faults.
- Repair or replace defective components and restore systems to correct operating condition.
- Adjust system controls, thermostats and operating mechanisms.
- Carry out preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing of airconditioning and refrigeration equipment.




- Inspect systems to identify wear, faults and potential operating issues.
- Record faults identified, repairs completed and maintenance work undertaken.
- Follow relevant workplace health and safety requirements and safe handling procedures for refrigerants.
- Complete work efficiently while maintaining required quality and safety standards.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate should have:

- Minimum 1 year experience working as an Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic or in a similar trade role.
- Experience installing, servicing and repairing airconditioning and refrigeration systems.
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Experience working with compressors, condensers, evaporators, motors, refrigerant lines and system controls.
- Experience evacuating and charging refrigeration systems.
- Ability to read technical drawings, specifications and equipment documentation.
- Good understanding of refrigeration principles and airconditioning systems.
- Robust attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication and time-management skills.
- Ability to work safely on residential, commercial and/or industrial sites.
- Current driver's licence is desirable.

📌 Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic (Clyde)
🏢 Smart Services Group
📍 Clyde