Laundry / Service Technician

Jobs2Day; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A chemical management service provider based in Cape Town is seeking an organized individual to manage the chemical stock room and ensure proper equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and experience in the handling of chemical dosing equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining stock records, conducting quality checks, and adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in installation and maintenance of laundry dosing equipment.
• Knowledge of programming laundry machines and their maintenance.
• Ability to perform regular equipment checks and record results.

Responsibilities

• Ensure chemical stock room is organized and maintained.
• Perform regular quality checks on washed linen and garments.
• Record and report any abnormalities in equipment or procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

Valid driver's license

Experience in installation and maintenance

Tools

Laundry dosing equipment

Industrial dish-machines

Job description

Chemical Stock Room : Ensure chemical storage areas are always neat and tidy.

Pack stock in relevant / allocated areas when received.

Ensure proper stock rotation and storage of detergents.

Keep a record of all stock received.

Return all empty containers and keep a record.

Record detergents issued to departments i.e. Stock Tanks, Spotting Room, Guest Laundry, Garments & Hospitality.

Weekly stock count recorded and submitted to Management.In Plant Chemicals - Mixing Tanks, lt and 25lt Drums : Daily check ensure chemical mixing tanks and chemical dosing pumps are in good working order.Report any abnormalities and repair if possible.

Check and ensure chemical stock tanks have sufficient stock to supply the plant mix stock solution and transfer to holding tank.

Check all lt drum levels and replace where necessary.

Check all 25lt drum levels and replace where necessary.

Ensure good housekeeping practices are always followed discard of empty plastic bags and place empty drums in cage for collection.

Ensure Health & Safety practices are always followed wear PPE where applicable.

Wash and clean chemical mixing tanks at least once a week.

Chemical dosing equipment needs to be wiped down and cleaned every week.

Confirm Alkalinity of Stock Solution after every mix and record the result in file.

Check all feed and delivery chemical lines on a regular basis for leaks / wear and tear.

Replace if necessary.Chemical Flow Rates & Alkalinities Chemical diaphragm pumps flow rates must be checked monthly and recorded.

Any deviation from the required flow rate must be reported immediately.

Chemical Peristaltic Pumps flow rates must be done monthly and recorded.

Replace worn tubes as and when needed.

Incoming Recycled Water PH and alkalinity readings to be done 3 x times daily and recorded.

Daily Alkalinity Checks CBWs Alkalinities need to be done daily on both the Garment and HospitalityCBWs and recorded.

Any deviation from the standard / required alkalinities must be reported immediately.

Weekly Alkalinity checks kg Milnors.

Alkalinities need to be done weekly at the kg Milnorsand recorded.

Any deviation from the standard / required alkalinities must be reported.

Guest Laundry / Smaller Washer Extractors Flow Rates and Alkalinities needs to be checked and recorded monthly.

Replace worn tubes on a as and when needed basis.General : Daily / continuous observation of general quality of the washed linen / garments in the plant.

Report any abnormalities immediately.

Check that machine operators are using the correct wash programs for the classifications processed.

Regular Reflectometer Readings on linen to be done and recorded.

As we are a supplier to the customer respect, honesty and dedication must bealways displayed to the customer and General staff.Ad hoc Duties To assist with other duties and or technical work off site.

Personal Attributes Presentable with excellent communication and coordinating skills.

Ability to produce accurate results within prescribed deadlines.

Ability to work independently but also as a team player.

Be able to cope well under pressure.

Methodical, systematic and analytical minded.

Positive, self-motivated and confident approach to work and colleagues.

Emotional maturity and professional integrity.

Excellent spoken and written communication skills.

Attention to detail.

Honest and reliable.Experience and Qualifications Ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members.

Experience in the installation and maintenance of laundry dosing equipment.

Programming of laundry machines.

The installation of dish machine and chemical dosing units.

Knowledge of the maintenance and repairs of industrial dish-machines.

A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data.

Valid drivers license and reliable transportputer Literacy Intermediate knowledge of other MS Office packages (e.g. Word, Power Point etc.) Intermediate knowledge of virtual programs (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom etc.)Package Details