Career - Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics will follow plans and specifications to install, commission, service and maintain equipment. They will drill holes, install mounting brackets and cut, bend and join piping. They will install parts such as compressors, motors, condensers, evaporators, air filters, switches, controls and gauges. They will Install and connect piping to refrigeration systems. They will check that parts are installed, lined up and fit properly and will test systems for leaks and then fill them with refrigerant according to relevant standards and regulations. They will test refrigeration and air handling units and make adjustments to ensure they work correctly and will use computers to monitor systems and remotely adjust the operation of all equipment in a given building.

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