Mechanical Technician, Engineering at Aga Khan University Hospital

Responsibilities:

Regular duties and responsibilities

• Provide technical support for mechanical systems and equipment throughout the hospital as assigned including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance;
• Document all mechanical activities and test results according to department policy;
• Promptly respond to system/equipment Breakdown Maintenance (BDM) request from user Departments as per policy;
• Timely complete Preventive Maintenance (PPM) for mechanical system/equipment
• Liaison with user Departments for maintenance activities and report to team leader on issues arising. 

Periodic Duties/Responsibilities

• Participate in requests for special projects, such as new systems/equipment acquisition etc.
• Perform and document mechanical equipment and systems preventive maintenance as per schedule.
• Respond to maintenance requests as per department policy
• Participate in development of mechanical systems/equipment safety and device-specific in-service education to other technicians and equipment users as necessary.
• Participate in incident investigation and system/equipment performance analysis as required.
• Participate in development or review of emergency and safety plans related to use and operation of electrical system/equipment.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Diploma in mechanical engineering (Plant option) or equivalent qualifications
• 2 years  experience in a similar position. 
• Should have thorough knowledge on Steam boilers and steam systems, Waste incinerator, water systems, refrigeration and air conditioning, equipment functioning and maintenance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to overcome performance barriers.
• Willingness to learn & impart knowledge
• Computer literacy.

Additional skills required:

• Aptitude in Boiler working and maintenance.
• Plumbing
• Welding and fabrication
• Basic knowledge in Air compressors and vacuum systems
• Basic knowledge in Air conditioning systems