A/C Technician

Rotana Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotana seeks a proactive A/C Technician to install, service and repair HVAC/R systems across hotel facilities. You will handle routine maintenance, perform fault diagnosis, and ensure compliance with safety and technical standards. Strong English communication is essential to coordinate with other departments.

The role requires hands-on maintenance of chillers, walk-in coolers, and related equipment, with a focus on reliability and guest comfort in a busy hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Maintenance of Refrigeration Systems or Building Services Engineering.
• Good command of English and ability to identify faults and rectify subsystems.
• Experience in maintaining HVAC/R equipment in hotel or commercial settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and service electrical and mechanical refrigeration systems (freezers, fridges, ice makers, fan coil units, chillers).
• Perform preventive maintenance on air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Check performance of refrigeration systems and components; verify door-closing systems on walk-in coolers/freezers.

Skills

Understanding the Job

Recognising Differences

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Adaptability

Taking Responsibility

Education

Diploma in Maintenance of Refrigeration Systems or Building Services Engineering

Job description

We are currently seeking passionate and dynamic Maintenance professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.

As an A/C Technician, you are responsible for installing, servicing and repairing temperature and air quality control systems. Your role will include key responsibilities such as:

• Repair, maintain and provide technical attention to all electrical and mechanical refrigeration systems of the hotel, including freezers, fridges, ice makers, fan coil units, chillers, etc.
• Maintain preventively all air conditioning and refrigeration systems within the hotel.
• Check the performance of refrigeration systems and components.
• Verify all door-closing systems on walk-in coolers and freezers (door gaskets and latches).
• Check and maintain all defrosting systems and automation of ice makers.
• Work on maintenance requests from all departments.
• Ensure routine cleaning of fan coil units and air handling unit filters.
• Check the performance of air conditioning and chilled water systems.
• Cooperate with all Engineering colleagues in the detection of failures in air conditioning and refrigeration systems and function setup.
• Maintain strict control over the venting of CFCs into the atmosphere.
• Carry out overhauling of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems.
• Check all refrigeration and oil levels and control major repairs.
• Cooperate with and inform the Engineering Storekeeper about the purchase of parts.
• Carry out all work in accordance with the country's technical regulations and safety standards.

Education / Qualifications & Experience

You should ideally have a diploma in Maintenance of Refrigeration Systems or Building Services Engineering, with previous experience in the same role and proven knowledge of the operation and maintenance of the equipment. A good command of English and the ability to identify faults and rectify subsystems are essential.

Knowledge & Competencies

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with a hands-on and flexible approach, and able to adapt to unpredictable events. You should be proactive and reliable, able to thrive in a busy environment and remain calm under pressure, with good attention to detail. You should also possess the following competencies:

• Understanding the Job
• Recognising Differences
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Taking Responsibility