Artisan: Air-conditioning (3 months contract) (Operations: Maintenance Services)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
- Repair and maintain HVAC systems
- Troubleshoot, repair/replacement of worn/faulty components or equipment, including motors, switches, pumps, wiring, thermostats and fans
- Prepare maintenance schedule for regular cleaning and maintenance of all HVAC systems and sub-systems on-site
- Installation, fitting and assembly of HVAC systems
- Calculate heat load, air flow rates, ventilation rates and other calculations required for HVAC systems
- Install HVAC ductwork including flexible tubing and sheet metal construction
- Assist Facilities and Technical Team as and when required in order to manage workload across the team
- Transport goods or equipment as assigned.
- Prepare input for monthly maintenance reports and general administration
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and policies
- Attend to emergency repairs as required, sometimes outside of normal working hours
- Determine the correct BTU requirements for an HVAC system – taking into account the size and height of a particular room/office/shelter, number of doors, windows and other openings, other cooling or heat giving equipment that may be in the same room/office/shelter.
Minimum requirements
- Trade Test in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration
- Grade 12 or N3 Qualification
- 3-5 years’ experience in trade, with experience in Air Conditioning equipment maintenance
- Knowledge of OHS Act and ISO 9001 regulations (Quality)
- Registered Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Artisan or qualification
- Understanding of advanced principles of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating
- Proven experience in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols and performing relevant calculations
- Must have the basic proficiency of reading and writing of the English language.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Team player
- Basic computer skills
- Must be customer service oriented.
- Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
- Ability to use common tools.
- Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- ·A valid code 08 drivers license
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
