Job Description:
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic to join our team in Kununurra, WA.
Key Responsibilities:
* Installation: Install new refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, motors, ducts, and piping, following blueprints and technical specifications.
* Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on refrigeration systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
* Repairs: Diagnose faults and perform repairs on refrigeration and air conditioning systems, replacing defective parts, and reassembling and testing equipment.
* Troubleshooting: Use diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and fix mechanical, electrical, and control system malfunctions.
* Safety Compliance: Comply with all safety standards and procedures, ensuring proper handling and disposal of refrigerants in accordance with environmental regulations.
* Documentation: Maintain accurate records of service work, including maintenance logs, repair reports, and parts inventories.
* Customer Service: Communicate effectively with clients, explaining system issues, repair processes, and maintenance tips, and provide cost estimates for repair and maintenance services.
* Upgrades: Recommend system upgrades and energy-efficient solutions to clients to improve system performance and reduce energy consumption.
* Training: Stay updated with industry advancements and participate in ongoing professional development to maintain certification and enhance skills.
* Inventory Management: Manage tools, parts, and supplies inventory, ensuring availability for maintenance and repair tasks.
Requirements:
* Relevant AQF Cert III or above qualification and at least 1 year of relevant work experience.
* At least 3 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification listed above.
Additional Skills:
* Physical Ability: Capability to lift heavy equipment, work in confined spaces, and perform physically demanding tasks.
* Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues.
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
* Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards.
Salary:
$70,000 - $80,000 based on experience.