Senior HVAC Service Technician Commercial Refrigeration
For Senior HVAC Service Technician, Apprentices, HVAC Technician, and Refrigeration Service Technician to deliver premium commercial refrigeration service and maintenance for a national refrigeration service provider. A permanent full-time role within a reputable and supportive industry leader in refrigeration solutions based in the south-eastern suburbs of Victoria.
About the Senior HVAC Service Technician role
* Requires: Relevant HVAC and refrigeration qualifications with strong experience in commercial refrigeration service, maintenance, and repair as the Senior HVAC Service Technician.
* Salary guide: $42 - $50 per hour depending on experience.
* Location: South-eastern suburbs of Victoria.
What the Senior HVAC Service Technician will do each day
* Perform regular preventative maintenance and servicing of commercial refrigeration systems including ice machines in hospitals, exhibition centres, and commercial venues.
* Diagnose and repair refrigeration breakdowns efficiently to minimise downtime for critical healthcare and commercial clients.
* Execute installation and refurbishment projects focusing on reliability and quality assurance.
* Utilise and handle refrigerants such as R404, R22, R134A, R452, R458, and natural refrigerants safely in line with compliance guidelines.
* Manage after-hours on-call duties approximately one in six rotations with additional remuneration.
* Operate company supplied twin cab vehicle for site travel and take-home use.
Why this Senior HVAC Service Technician role stands out?
This Senior HVAC Service Technician position offers a compelling opportunity to work within a small, cohesive team of approximately eight technicians supported by a qualified service manager and scheduling logistics staff. The role is skewed toward servicing commercial refrigeration across Melbourne's south-east, with some job presence out west, north, and around Geelong.
Working mainly on commercial refrigeration equipment including critical ice machines in hospital environments ensures a challenging yet rewarding workday.
The company supports a healthy work-life balance with predictable hours primarily from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, plus a structured after-hours roster that provides extra financial incentives.
Vehicle and equipment provision, including take-home vehicles, further support technicians. Exposure to a range of refrigerants and modern refrigeration technologies strengthens the technical skill set of the Senior HVAC Service Technician. The company's flexibility on start dates and apprenticeships spotlights their investment in career progression and longevity.
Your next employer is a dedicated refrigeration service specialist that prides itself on reliability and quality, especially within commercial and healthcare sectors. Offering a well-rounded benefits package, including a $200 per week on-call allowance, double time overtime rates, and a supportive team environment, this employer values the expertise and commitment of each Senior HVAC Service Technician.
What you need to succeed as a Senior HVAC Service Technician
* Certificate III or higher qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning or equivalent.
* Proven experience servicing commercial refrigeration systems.
* Strong understanding of refrigerants including R404, R22, and natural refrigerants.
* Possession of a Permanent Resident visa or Australian citizenship is required.
Job benefits for Senior HVAC Service Technician include
* Competitive hourly rate up to $50/hr for qualified candidates.
* Additional on-call payment of approximately $200 per week plus double time for overtime.
* Company-provided twin cab vehicle with take-home allowance.
* Stable workload with predictable hours and minimal fluctuations.
* Work in clean, professional commercial and hospital environments.
* Supportive team and management structure.
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