Maintenance Technician (AC Technician)

Company : Ocean Hotels Barbados

JOB SUMMARY

Maintaining Air Conditioning Units and Chill Water system. Maintaining property and public areas to the best possible condition. Providing maintenance services as needed and/or as assigned; assisting in a wide variety of maintenance activities; addressing immediate operational and/or safety concerns; assisting skilled trades; and ensuring that tools, materials and work sites are maintained in good working order.

SCOPE

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician's responsibility is to perform a wide variety of maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment for all guests and employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Execute refrigeration of chill water systems

- Operate chill water systems keypad

- Maintain chill water evaporator fan coil with circuit setter, way valves and actuators

- Install cast iron or galvanized pipes

- Install ductwork

- Install insulation on pipes

- Assess air conditioning units

- Start and maintain chiller water pumps

- Install, repair, service and maintain air-conditioning units throughout the properties.

- Identify and perform basic repairs and conduct preventative maintenance checks

- Regularly check and maintain units in guest rooms, offices, kitchens, restaurants, laundry and other required locations

- Inspect and maintain air condition units, refrigerators, ice machines, water coolers and similar equipment

- Make installations in the interior and to the exterior of the building and perform repairs for coolers, heaters, switches, outlets, cables, leaks, gauges, pumps, lines, appliances and systems

- Conduct repairs to the physical equipment of the establishment while maintaining clean, safe and orderly work sites.

- Clean, lubricate and repair the machinery of the hotel.

- Perform basic plumbing, masonry and carpentry work for the construction and repair of related duties

- Does other jobs of conservation and repair to keep the physical structure and the equipment in good condition.

- Tidy and clean all areas upon completion of work completed

- Attend departmental meetings, workshops, training for the purpose of conveying and gathering information to perform required functions.

- Prepare and complete daily checklists for the purpose of documenting completed work tasks and conveying pertinent information.

- Trouble shoot, communicate equipment challenges and report unsafe electrical conditions.

- Work with the team to monitor inventory and control stock levels.

- Positively contribute to energy saving processes and quality ventilation.

- Comply with all standard operating procedure and health and safety regulations

- Must operate in full compliance with the AAA standards.

- Provide timely, professional and quality service to internal and external customers

- Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Knowledge

The Maintenance Technician must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

- Possess vocational school diploma or technical training in HVAC and Chill water systems

- Working experience maintaining and repairing heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and other related systems such as electrical systems, DX units, heat pumps, and chillers

- Possess certification in refrigerant transition and recovery

- Possess county air conditioning mechanic license or its equivalent

- Possess valid driver’s license

- Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, balancing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling, reaching, crouching, push/pull objects, etc.

- Ability to work with manual or power tools and operate motorized vehicles

- Ability to sit, walk, and stand for extended period of time

- Ability to work outdoors in difficult conditions, including adverse weather conditions

- Strong knowledge of the methods, practices, test instruments, tools, and materials typically applied in repairing and servicing various refrigeration and air conditioning systems, and other similar equipment

- Strong knowledge of the hazards involved in the occupation, and the safety precautions to take

- Strong knowledge of the repair characteristics and mechanical operation of various types of air conditioning and refrigerating equipment

- Strong knowledge and use of computer software and equipment

- Ability to effectively file work orders and write reports

- Strong ability and skill to quickly and correctly diagnose, locate, and fix defects in refrigeration and air conditioning systems/units and similar equipment

- Strong ability to understand complex written and verbal instructions, as well as simple sketches and diagrams, and carry them out accurately

- Strong knowledge of the practices and principles for effective preventive maintenance of HVAC systems

- Strong ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with customers, colleagues, and supervisors

- Understand, speak, read and write English at CXC level or equivalent.

- Knowledge and adherence to safety practices.

- Knowledge in the use of handling hazardous materials.

- Knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices.

- Strong knowledge of air conditioning types and characteristics.

- Knowledge of computer software and equipment

Skills

The Air Conditioning Technician must demonstrate the following skills:

- Good interpersonal skills.

- Strong analytical skills.

- Practical minded and attention to detail skills

- Strong mechanical and engineering skills

- Ability to work with little to no supervision.

- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

- Time management skills.

- Read and write English fluently.

- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

- Must be neat, professional and well groomed.

- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. (lifting above the shoulder is also required)

- Effective troubleshooting skills

- Ability to relate well to hotel guests and employees.

- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.

- Positive attitude and an outgoing personality are essential.

- Must be able to work shifts (days, evening, weekends, holidays)

- Ability to operate manual and power tools

- Able to work outdoors and in varying weather

- Ability to perform manual duties for extended periods (climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, crawling, pushing or pulling)

Personal Attributes

The Air Conditioning Technician must demonstrate the following personal attributes:

- Hospitable

- Creative

- Reliable

- Compatible

- Flexible

- Sincere

- Integrity

- Ethical

- Effective follow up

- Thorough Communicator