Maintenance Technician (Air Conditioning)

Ocean Hotels Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in the United Kingdom is seeking a Maintenance Technician to manage air conditioning units and chilled water systems. This full-time role involves performing routine inspections, repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and strong mechanical skills. The ideal candidate will have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Shift flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Understand, speak, read and write English at CXC level or equivalent.
• Experience maintaining and repairing HVAC systems and other related systems.
• Possess valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain air conditioning units and chilled water systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Strong mechanical and engineering skills

Effective troubleshooting skills

Education

Certificate in Electrical Installation

Certificate in Basic Plumbing

Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Technician (Air Conditioning) role at Ocean Hotels Group BARBADOS. This position involves maintaining air conditioning units and the chilled water system throughout the property, providing maintenance services as needed, addressing operational and safety concerns, supporting skilled trades, and keeping tools, materials, and work sites in good condition. The technician is also responsible for maintaining the property and public areas to the best possible condition.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the air conditioning units and the chilled water system throughout the property. This includes providing maintenance services as needed or assigned, assisting with various maintenance activities, addressing immediate operational and safety concerns, supporting skilled trades, and ensuring that tools, materials, and work sites are kept in good working order. Additionally, the technician is responsible for maintaining the property and public areas to the best possible condition.

Scope

Under the direction of the Rooms Care 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 in accordance with the company’s standards, AAA 5 diamond standards and LQA Benchmarking standards.

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 galvanised pipes .
• Install ductwork.
• Install insulation on pipes.
• Start and maintain chiller water pumps.
• 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.
• Tidy and clean all areas upon completion of work.
• Troubleshoot, 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 procedures and health and safety regulations.
• Services, repairs and maintains equipment as requested.
• Makes electrical installations in the interior and exterior of the building and performs repairs for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, appliances, lighting systems and reports unsafe electrical conditions.
• Cleans, lubricates and repairs the machinery of the hotel.
• Makes repairs to the physical plant and equipment of the establishment while maintaining clean, safe and orderly work sites.
• Installs, repairs and services air-conditioning units throughout the properties.
• Identifies and performs basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; opens clogged lines and drains; replaces seals and other minor parts; repairs, replaces and maintains hot water heaters and other appliances.
• Treat and maintain pools as per the standard operating procedures.
• Performs rough and finished carpentry for the construction and repair of structures, doors, shelves, and other furnishings.
• Completes basic masonry work.
• Prepares various surfaces and surrounding areas for paint, enamel, lacquer, varnish or stain to structures or furniture.
• Does other jobs of conservation and repair to keep the physical structure and the equipment in good condition.
• Attends departmental meetings, workshops, training for the purpose of conveying and gathering information to perform required functions.
• Prepares daily checklists for the purpose of documenting completed work tasks and conveying pertinent information.
• Must operate in full compliance with the AAA 5 Diamond standards and LQA Benchmarking standards.
• Performs any other job-related duties (ancillary as required).

Training and Development

• To attend training programs and to ensure that the hotel’s and department’s standard operating procedures are maintained and understood.
• To actively participate in an evaluation of your performance by means of an appraisal with your leadership team. In order to correct weaknesses, encourage strengths and work to achieve personal and professional goals.
• To thoroughly review and understand the information contained within the Ocean Hotels Employee handbook since as an employee of Ocean Hotels Barbados, you are governed by the rules and stipulations contained within.
• To attend and participate in any training programs as directed by the HR team and your manager or supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills And Personal Attributes

Knowledge

• Understand, speak, read and write English at CXC level or equivalent.
• Specific skill-based competencies.
• Operating equipment used in skilled trades (power and hand tools).
• Knowledge and adherence to safety practices.
• Knowledge in the use of handling hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices.
• Certificate in Basic Plumbing
• Certificate in Electrical Installation
• Certificate in Carpentry
• Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• 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 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 periods 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.

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)

Personal Attributes

• Hospitality
• Creativity
• Reliability
• Compatibility
• Effective follow up
• Flexibility
• Sincerity
• Integrity

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Hospitality

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