Technician Hvac Aircon

Job Crystal; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building technology firm is seeking an Aircon Technician to manage, maintain, and repair air-conditioner units. The candidate must have relevant qualifications and at least 2 years of experience. This full-time position is in Cape Town and involves hands-on maintenance, compliance with safety regulations, and ensuring quality control of equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have one of the qualifications to sign off.
• At least 2 years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain and repair air-conditioner units.
• Test and ensure all air-conditioners are in good working order.
• Schedule proactive servicing of air-conditioners.

Skills

Diagnosing electrical system malfunctions

Knowledge of testing equipment

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Basic computer skills (MS Office)

Good communication

Education

Aircon Technician Qualification or Refrigeration Qualification

Valid driver's license

Job description

With over 50 years' experience in the alternative building technology industry, we've supplied park homes and custom prefab buildings for schools, clinics, mining, construction and humanitarian requirements. Our Agrément-certified buildings are manufactured according to stringent ISO standards, and provide a guaranteed minimum life of 20 years. We have the largest modular buildings rental fleet in Africa, ensuring delivery of your exact building requirements in 5 – 14 working days.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Purpose : To manage, maintain and repair air‑conditioner units to ensure maximal equipment life expectancy, and reduce equipment failures and overall operating costs.
• Key Responsibilities : Maintenance / Refurbishment
  • Test and ensure that all air‑conditioners are in good working order.
  • Schedule and undertake proactive servicing of air‑conditioners.
  • Manage air‑conditioner stock levels to ensure sufficient stock is in good working condition.
  • Ensure that air‑conditioner stock is properly and securely stored.
  • Diagnose and repair faulty air‑conditioners.
  • Ensure speedy turnaround time on air‑conditioner repairs.
  • Manage the salvaging and storage of usable spares from air‑conditioner to be scrapped.
  • Assist maintenance team with general maintenance and refurbishment requirements.
  • Ensure that all refurbished work is done within agreed timelines, and in line with cost and quality objectives.
• Administration
  • Ensure compliance to all company policies and procedures.
  • Perform pre‑delivery and return inspections and complete relevant documentation.
  • Ensure that the air‑conditioner serial number plates are fitted and legible.
  • Conduct scheduled stock counts.
• Housekeeping
  • Ensure the air‑conditioner workshop and storage area are kept organized and tidy, and that good housekeeping standards are maintained.
  • Ensure that all new and used spare parts are properly packed and stored.
• Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Control
  • Ensure compliance to all statutory regulations.
  • Ensure compliance to the organizational Health and Safety code of conduct.
  • Carry out inspections to ensure that units are transported, moved and handled correctly and safely.
  • Ensure the correct use of PPE.
  • Ensure that daily/monthly departmental tools, safety inspections and other inspections are performed and signed off as per the required schedule, any findings or deviations to be reported to the Rentals Superintendent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Aircon Technician Qualification OR Refrigeration Qualification OR Trade Test / Red Seal in Refrigeration or Aircon (MUST have one of these in order to sign off)
• Valid driver's license

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

At least 2 years relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Diagnosing electrical system malfunctions and failures.
• Knowledge of testing equipment, instruments and systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Air‑conditioning) systems, following related safety procedures, and performing repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and electrical codes.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office).
• Administration and reporting.
• Planning and organizing.
• Good communication.
• Team oriented.
• Able to work independently.
• Attention to detail.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Able to work under pressure.
• Proactive and forward‑looking.
• Ability to deal with conflict.
• Solutions driven.

Job Type : Full‑time

Pay : Up to R,00 per month

Work Location : In person