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HVAC & Refrigeration Technician

AccorHotel
Full-time
On-site
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Company Description

"Why work for Accor?
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Job Description

Reporting to the Cluster Director of Engineering, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

  • Report to the Maintenance Supervisor, sign in the Engineering log book, and attend briefings.
  • Repair and maintain all HVAC, Refrigeration, and related items, - e.g. motors, switchgear, cabling etc.
  • Repair and maintain HVAC and Refrigeration electric/electronic controls.
  • Repair and maintain other items as designated by the Cluster Chief Engineer.
  • Report all difficulties/shortcomings requests to the Cluster Chief Engineer or Supervisor as appropriate.
  • To ensure that preventive maintenance schedules for all equipments are followed.
  • Identify equipment or installations that require maintenance and bring such to the attention of the Supervisor.
  • Maintain HVAC and Refrigeration jobs records and logs as needed.
  • Regular maintenance of equipments as per list/checklist  provided
  • Ensure that all areas are inspected as per the provided checklist and correct information reflected
  • Ensure that all maintenance requests related to electrical section are handled daily with all guest requests being given first priority.
  • Work with the other supervisors in other departments in resolving guests’ complaints and other Engineering related tasks.
  • Service and repair of HVAC and Refrigeration equipment.
  • Maintain and conform to the Room Perfect Program.
  • Ensure that Purchase requests form raised has detailed specifications on part/product required.
  • Drive implementation of energy and cost cutting measures.
  • Work accurately and professionally to avert repeat jobs.
  • Adhere to preventive maintenance schedule to avoid major breakdowns.
  • Involved in energy saving programme.
  • Ensure assignments are accurately and professionally done first time.
  • Offers suggestions to the Cluster Chief Engineer on ways of improving on energy saving and utility control.
  • Perform other duties requested by the Cluster Chief Engineer or the Maintenance Supervisor.

 

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – speciality HVAC and refrigeration
  • Has knowledge and experience of hotel facilities
  • Has knowledge and experience in HVAC works
  • Good spoken English 
  • Conversant with relevant emergency procedures.
  • Knowledge of relevant safety and security procedures.
  • Knowledge of relevant guest interactive procedures.

Additional Information

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):  

  • Constant standing and walking throughout shift. 

  • Must be able to lift up to 20kgs. 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.