Electrical Refrigeration Technician at Muranga County Government

Reports To: Operations Manager

Start Date: March 2018 (or as soon as possible).

Overall Purpose of the Job: To offer Refrigeration and Electrical technical support, geared to improving the efficiency of the Milk coolers while addressing emerging technical challenges.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Scope of the technical knowhow;
• R 404A Refrigerant Compressor, Pump and Agitator,
• Cooler Control Panel, Water Bath and weighing scale machine.
• Backup generator and solar water heating system.
• General electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and servicing to increase the efficiency of the systems and components.
• Prompt response to all emergency mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
• Perform diagnostic troubleshooting on malfunctioned systems or components to identify the problem.
• Perform repair works on the affected system or component to ensure functionality.
• Perform root cause analysis on the malfunctioned system or component to prevent reoccurrence.
• Advise the Management by; suggesting improved methods, system updates or new operational procedures that will improve the efficiency of the systems or components.
• Advises and train the cooler staff on preventive measure to mitigate unnecessary breakdowns, safety measure to eliminate occupational hazards and injuries and, critical emergency troubleshooting.
• Requisite and provide specifications for materials and spares parts required and, assists in verification once they are purchased/supplied.
• Undertake any other duty as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning or
• Minimum Diploma in electrical Engineering.
• Proven 2 years’ experience in maintenance and repair of the refrigeration and electrical systems and components in a busy dairy industry.
• Valid motorbike riding license.
• Preferably a resident or from Murang’a County.

Desired qualities

• Ability to work independently and deliver under pressure.
• A high level of integrity and reliability.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal, planning and organizational skills.