refrigeration mechanic

Specific Skills

• Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment

• Measure and lay out reference points for installation

• Handle, recover and store refrigerants

• Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components

• Read and interpret blueprints

• Install, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul entire heating, ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems

• Start up system and test for leaks using testing devices

• Recharge system with refrigerant, check and test regulators, calibrate system and perform routine maintenance or servicing

• Install, maintain and repair equipment in refrigerated trucks used to transport food or medical supplies

• Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Handling heavy loads

• Physically demanding

• Manual dexterity

• Standing for extended periods

• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal Suitability

• Initiative

• Flexibility

• Accurate

• Team player

• Excellent written communication

• Dependability

• Judgement

• Reliability

• Punctuality