HVAC Technician

To perform all the marine HVAC works in the shipyard as per the direct instruction of electrical Supervisor

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Communication

Internal Communication:
- Foreman/ Assistant Foreman
- Co-workers

Purpose:
- To improve the quality of work and scope of work;
- To coordinate activities related to execution of responsibilities;

External Communication:
N/A

Purpose:
N/A

Occupational Health & Safety and Environment

Accountability:
Are accountable for their acts and omissions.

Responsibility:
To follow agreed safe systems of work; to follow training and instructions; and to report accidents, incidents and near misses.

Authority:
To stop work if they think the work is unsafe.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, including air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment onboard vessels;

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of marine HVAC equipment and associated electrical and mechanical components;

• Inspect, test and repair HVAC electrical control panels, motors, compressors, fans, pumps, thermostats, sensors and associated control systems;

• Troubleshoot and rectify electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC and refrigeration systems;

• Install, inspect and maintain HVAC electrical wiring, control circuits and associated equipment;

• Check and maintain refrigerant pressure, temperature and cooling performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems;

• Inspect, clean and replace air filters, cooling coils, condensers, fans and other HVAC components as required;

• Carry out refrigerant charging, recovery, leak detection and repair activities in accordance with applicable safety and environmental requirements;

• Test and commission HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation and performance as per technical specifications;

• Read and interpret HVAC electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, technical manuals and equipment specifications;

• Inspect and maintain ventilation systems, including exhaust fans, blowers, ducting and associated electrical controls;

• Identify and report defective HVAC components and recommend necessary repairs or replacements;

• Ensure HVAC installation, maintenance and repair activities are carried out in accordance with applicable marine standards, manufacturer recommendations and shipyard safety and quality procedures.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Professional Qualification:
High School or Secondary School, ITI certificate or similar in electrical or HVAC trade.

Professional Experience: 
- 2-3 years' experience in a similar trade;
- Shipyard experience will be preferred.

Geographic Experience: 
N/A

Computer Skills: 
Basic knowledge will be an added advantage

Language Skills: 
Basic English

Market/Industry/Functional Knowledge: 
N/A

Responsibilities

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, including air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment onboard vessels;

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of marine HVAC equipment and associated electrical and mechanical components;

• Inspect, test and repair HVAC electrical control panels, motors, compressors, fans, pumps, thermostats, sensors and associated control systems;

• Troubleshoot and rectify electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC and refrigeration systems;

• Install, inspect and maintain HVAC electrical wiring, control circuits and associated equipment;

• Check and maintain refrigerant pressure, temperature and cooling performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems;

• Inspect, clean and replace air filters, cooling coils, condensers, fans and other HVAC components as required;

• Carry out refrigerant charging, recovery, leak detection and repair activities in accordance with applicable safety and environmental requirements;

• Test and commission HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation and performance as per technical specifications;

• Read and interpret HVAC electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, technical manuals and equipment specifications;

• Inspect and maintain ventilation systems, including exhaust fans, blowers, ducting and associated electrical controls;

• Identify and report defective HVAC components and recommend necessary repairs or replacements;

• Ensure HVAC installation, maintenance and repair activities are carried out in accordance with applicable marine standards, manufacturer recommendations and shipyard safety and quality procedures.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Professional Qualification:
High School or Secondary School, ITI certificate or similar in electrical or HVAC trade.

Professional Experience: 
- 2-3 years' experience in a similar trade;
- Shipyard experience will be preferred.

Geographic Experience: 
N/A

Computer Skills: 
Basic knowledge will be an added advantage

Language Skills: 
Basic English

Market/Industry/Functional Knowledge: 
N/A