TITLE OF POSITION: Heating, Ventilation and Air-conditioning (HVAC) Technician/ Electrician

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:  Perform skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic systems, wiring, fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment.   The electrician also diagnoses and inspects electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify
hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair while ensuring compliance with standards. S/he responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate electrical/refrigeration concerns.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform skilled electrical/refrigeration work with the ability to install, troubleshoot and repair systems and components
• Good knowledge of refrigeration
• Good knowledge of central plant chilling system and cold storage
• Good knowledge of repair of split and window aircon
• Diagnoses causes of problems and/or failures in heating/air conditioning systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or Systems repair and/or replacement needs.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic monitoring and control systems.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on HVAC system, electrically powered equipment and appliances.
• Maintain inventory and recommend electrical supplies and equipment for purchase
• Installs heating and air conditioning equipment and systems for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded capabilities.
• Repairs heating and air conditioning systems and/or components (e.g. pumps, motors, air handlers, fan coils, piping, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a comfortable work environment.
• Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner

JOB SPECIFICATION

Job Title: HVAC technician/ electrician

Required Qualifications

• Full grade 12 certificate
• Diploma in refrigeration and air-conditioning, electrical engineering or the equivalent, a higher qualification will be an added advantage.
• Must be a member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia.
• Must be computer literate
• Minimum of  3 years’ working experience as an electrician and refrigeration.

Required attributes

• Good knowledge of resolving electrical situations and problems
• Must be able to design and write electrical circuits on paper
• Good knowledge of HVAC systems
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision and long hours.