Technical knowledge and skills in refrigeration/ air-conditioning/ ventilation technology
Refrigeration/ Air-conditioning/ Ventilation (RACV) Technicians use electric and gas welding to perform simple machining and fabrication operations.
Refrigeration/ Air-conditioning/ Ventilation (RACV) Technicians
Descriptions & Duties
- Refrigeration/ Air-conditioning/ Ventilation (RACV) Technicians perform technical tasks, either independently or under the direction of a qualified engineer, contributory to design, development, manufacture, construction, installation, efficient operation, maintenance and repair of air-conditioning plant and equipment.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Troubleshooting knowledge and skills
Refrigeration/ Air-conditioning/ Ventilation (RACV) Technicians often test the designs to make sure that they work and help to resolve any problems that may arise.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A higher diploma or an associate degree in building services/ mechanical engineering, or equivalent
Experience
- 1 to 2 years of relevant work experiences
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $12,000-$35,000
Monthly Salary $15,000-$45,000
Monthly Salary $18,000-$45,000
Monthly Salary $25,000-over $60,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Refrigeration/ Air-conditioning/ Ventilation (RACV) Technicians generally work indoors and outdoors, occasionally in office and are required to perform physically demanding work. They need to follow precautions and wear protective equipment.
Tools
- Electric and gas welding equipment
- Manometers
- Tubing Cutter
- Power drills
- Temperature gauge
