Air-conditioning Technician

South Zambezi Engineering Services; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South Zambezi Engineering Services is seeking a Mechanical Technician to perform installation, inspection, and maintenance of HVAC systems. The ideal candidate will have a National (N4) certificate in HVAC, possess relevant experience, and be committed to ensuring efficient system operations. This full-time role demands problem-solving skills and the ability to work in various conditions. Applications are encouraged by the closing date.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years air-conditioning and refrigeration experience.
• Able to work under various environmental conditions.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and maintain air conditioning systems.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical defects.
• Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of equipment.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Customer focus

Time management

Attention to detail

Mechanical

Education

Matric

National (N4) certificate in HVAC

Licensed certification

Air-Conditioning Trade Test

First Aid Training

Tools

Safety Training

Electrical and controls

Safe Handling Certification

Job description

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Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to perform installation, inspection, repairs and maintenance of air-conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems.

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to perform installation, inspection, repairs and maintenance of air-conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems.

Key Responsibilities

Installation, Maintenance and Repairs

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair air conditioner.
• Ventilate equipment and controls making sure they operate efficiently and continuously.
• Perform regular maintenance work on cooling units.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical defects and malfunctions.
• Install, replace, or repair equipment that has been damaged.
• Make adjustment and do calibrations of thermostatic controls.
• Install new air-conditioning systems and equipment.
• Perform regular cleaning of the equipment
• Carries out routine checks and logs of the status of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning equipment
• Clean blowers and coils, check tensions of belts and motors.
• Ensure that the Air Conditioning system is ON at the right time
• Make recommendations to replace equipment if expected cost to repair exceeds possible replacement cost.
• Make minor installation decisions
• Plans and designs of new air-conditioning systems including their installation and maintenance.
• Collect data for reports
  
  

Qualifications And Experience / Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• National (N4) certificate in HVAC
• Licenced certification
• Air-Conditioning Trade Test
• Code B or EB driver’s licence
• Safety Training
• First Aid Training
• Electrical and controls
• Safe Handling Certification
• Minimum 3 years air-condition and refrigeration experience
• Able to work in places where they are exposed to dust, fumes, noise, toxic materials, and high voltage equipment
• Should also be able to work in confined and hot spaces like roofs
• Work in adverse weather and may be required to lift heavy objects, bend, stoop, kneel or stand for long stretches of time
• Should know the principles of air-conditioning unit repair and maintenance, including controls, MSDS sheets, safety practices and procedures and tools used.
• Able to read and interpret building regulations and codes
• Valid Driver’s license is essential
  
  

COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving ability
• Communication skills
• High degree of customer focus and care
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines
• Mature, energetic, and quick-witted
• Ability to work independently and for long hours
• Computer skills in MS word and excel
• Flexibility
• Integrity
• Responsibility
• Attention to Detail
• Innovation
• Planning and Organising
• Time management
• Mechanical
• Attention to detail
• Dependability
• Integrity
• Be willing to travel
  
  

CLOSING DATE

If you are not contacted as a short-listed candidate within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.

Candidates are invited to submit a CV together with copies of certificates/driver’s licence (no original certificates/documents). Applications that are received without copies of required documentation will not be considered.

Closing Date: 24th May 2024.

Advert Reference No: KC- AT

Completed applications or e-mailed to the recruitment email address below by the indicated closing date.

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Khato Civils is an equal opportunities employer. We are determined that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, pregnancy or maternity, gender re-assignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, age, race or disability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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