Air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics assemble, install, maintain and repair air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
Check your pay
- Salary range for the majority of workers in Air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics - from R10 090 to R35 366 per month - 2025.
- A Air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics typically earns between R10 090 and R17 943 net per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between R10 946 and R21 202 per month for a working week of 45 hours.
Duties and tasks
- Interpreting blueprints, drawings and other specifications
- Assembling, installing and repairing components such as compressors, motors, condensers, evaporators, switches and gauges for air conditioning and refrigeration systems
- Connecting piping and equipment by bolting, riveting, welding or brazing
- Testing systems, diagnosing faults and performing routine maintenance or servicing
