Refrigeration and Air Conditioning mechanic/worker
Devilee's Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Would you like a career as a Mechanical Plumber in the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry. Devilee's Air Conditioning and Refrigeration have a Structured Workplace Learning Opportunity (SWL Opportunity) as a Mechanical Plumber working on domestic and commercial projects?

Devilee's Air Conditioning & Refrigeration is locally owned and operated since 1955. With over 60 years experience in providing quality customer service.

There is a great opportunity to gain some industry experience in electrical work with Devilee's Air Conditioning and Refrigeration as a Plumber Trades Assistant? The SWL Opportunity is ideally suited to a VCE-VM, VPC or VCE student studying VET Plumbing as part of their study program.

Sounds like a pretty good employer to have on your resume or commence an apprenticeship with, doesn't it? Make Devilee's Air Conditioning and Refrigeration your next phone call to find out more.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please share this opportunity with your Careers Transition Pathway Officer, Careers, VET or VCE-VM Coordinator.

Skills You Might Learn

The student may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable employability skills such as;
• Communication.
• Teamwork.
• Attention to detail.
• Punctuality.
• Presentation.
• Hygiene.
• Problem solving.
• Planning.
• Initiative.
• Follow instructions.
• Work under supervision.
• Industry specific OH&S.

The student may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their secondary school studies they include:
• Hands-on practical experience.
• Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals.
• Working in real-life scenarios.
• Working with equipment necessary to the occupation.
• Liaising and working with supervisors, colleagues, industry personnel, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

The student will assist and observe qualified tradesmen in all aspects of refrigeration and air conditioning plumbing.

The student may undertake the following tasks and duties;
• Following workplace OHS requirements, policies and procedures at all times.
• Using personal protective equipment (PPE) and observing safe work practices.
• Assisting senior team members with mechanical plumbing tasks associated with HVAC systems.
• Observing and assisting with the installation of pipework used in air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, including copper pipe and condensate drains.
• Assisting with cutting, measuring and preparing copper pipe and fittings under supervision.
• Assisting with gluing and assembling PVC pipework used for drainage systems.
• Assisting with measuring and marking pipe runs and components.
• Supporting senior team members with basic installation preparation tasks, such as carrying materials and preparing work areas.
• Assisting with minor excavation or trenching tasks where pipework is installed (where safe and appropriate).
• Observing system testing and commissioning processes undertaken by qualified technicians.
• Reading and following basic job instructions and site directions.
• Identifying and selecting appropriate tools and materials with guidance.
• Using basic hand tools safely and appropriately under supervision.
• Assisting with hazard identification and safe work practices on site.
• Completing basic workplace forms or documentation if required.
• Assisting with maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment.

Student Requirements

Students with a positive attitude towards Plumbing who are self-motivated, willing to listen and follow instruction are encouraged to consider a future SWL placement to develop skills learned from their VET subject relating to Plumbing.

Whilst the student is attending the work placement they are expected to:
• Students must be interested in the Plumbing and possess good communication skills.
• Students must be willing to spend periods of time observing and to undertake necessary tasks as requested.
• Dress appropriately.
• Maintain interest and participate in tasks and work duties.
• Be well mannered and behave in a respectful and responsible manner.
• Be punctual.
• Follow management instructions.
• Act in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
• Work within the team.
• Listen and take advice from fellow workers.
• Respect other people’s belongings.
• Keep a note pad and pen handy to take notes for their own reference.
• Demonstrate the skills they have developed through their course.
• Take their Logbook to the work placement every day.

Student Responsibility to;
Carry a Victorian Construction Induction Card (White Card), please note: obtaining the White Card is required prior to attending the work placement.

Dress Requirements

The student will be required to present at work in the following work attire;
• Work pants or work shorts.
• Hi visual shirt, long sleeve.
• Steel capped work boots.
• Wide brim hat.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to the tasks and duties carried out by the student, will be supplied by the Host Employer.

Special Transport Requirements

Public Transport is limited, students to check bus transport availability and or speak to parents/carer to organise transport prior to contacting employer.

CDC Victoria - Mildura: Ph: 5023 0274, Website: https://cdcvictoria.com.au/travel-information/timetables-and-maps/mildura/.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• 22569VIC - Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship)