Qualified Refrigeration Technician – Catering Equipment

SUMMARY:
To produce the required labour hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements 

• Completed Grade 12 in South Africa
• Completed Technical Qualification - electrical / mechanical - Electrical Trade Tested in South Africa
• At least 3 - 5 years technical (workshop and on-site repairs) experience which include repairs, assembly of catering equipment, quotations on parts, etc.
• Own transport and valid driver’s licence (not negotiable)
• Clear criminal record and of sober habits

 Non-negotiable Skills: 

• To perform repairs and installations of catering equipment
• Technical repairs skills including refrigeration repairs
• Excellent communication skills on all levels (speak, read and write)
• Ability to manage customer’s expectations in a professional manner

Duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to: 

• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of catering machinery or equipment.
• Disassemble catering machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Observe and test the operation of catering machinery or equipment and diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters and other testing devices.
• Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment or machinery.
• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear.
• Test newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials as necessary.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before repairs are done.
• Work standby and overtime, when required to do so.
• Ensure that all OHS procedures are followed and that all tools and equipment is handled with proficiency and with the necessary respect