R & A Technician

Job Summary

Responsible for the comprehensive installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of diverse refrigeration and air conditioning systems. This encompasses residential and commercial HVAC units, as well as industrial refrigeration equipment, with a focus on ensuring optimal operational efficiency, safety, reliability, temperature control, and air quality.

Roles & REsponsibilities

• Installation: Installing new air conditioning and refrigeration units and systems according to specifications, blueprints, and local codes. This includes setting up equipment, connecting refrigerant lines, wiring electrical components, and calibrating systems.
• Maintenance: Performing preventative maintenance on HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) systems. This involves cleaning units (e.g., coils, filters, drains), checking refrigerant levels, inspecting electrical connections, lubricating moving parts, and ensuring overall system efficiency.
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics: Identifying and diagnosing malfunctions in refrigeration and air conditioning systems using specialized diagnostic tools (e.g., pressure gauges, multimeters, leak detectors).
• Repair: Performing repairs on faulty systems, which may involve replacing defective components such as compressors, motors, thermostats, fans, and control circuits. This also includes repairing refrigerant leaks and recharging systems.
• System Testing and Commissioning: Testing repaired or newly installed systems to ensure they are functioning correctly and meet performance standards.
• Compliance and Safety: Adhering to safety regulations and environmental laws related to refrigerant handling, electrical work, and general workplace safety and ensuring compliance with national safety standards.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed records of work performed, including maintenance schedules, repairs, parts used, and refrigerant usage.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Competencies

• OND Mechanical/Electrical or It's equivalent Technical Certificate.
• Trade Test III, II & I Mechanical/Electrical Craftmanship Certificate
• 2 - 5 years’ experience in Mechanical / Elecetrical with good working knowledge of Refigirators and Airconditioners.
• Relevant experience working in a manufacturing firm.

Skills and Competencies

• Safety Consciousness & Compliance, 
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Time Management & Organization
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Installation & Maintenance
• Electrical Knowledge & Mechanical skills
• Good commuication skill
• HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) Systems Expertise
• Refrigerant Handling