Mechanical Technician Cold City Operation and Maintenance Company

Job Purpose:

To perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical equipment in a district cooling plant, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and reliability of chillers, pumps, cooling towers, piping systems, and other mechanical assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM) on mechanical equipment including:
• Chillers (Water Cooled)
• Primary and secondary pumps
• Cooling towers
• Heat exchangers and valves
• Motor couplings and mechanical seals
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment failures and faults, including alignment, vibration issues, and seal replacements.
• Carry out mechanical isolation, tagging, and permitting in accordance with safety protocols and LOTO procedures.
• Monitor equipment condition and performance, report abnormalities to supervisors, and maintain accurate maintenance logs.
• Support mechanical commissioning and testing activities for new equipment or plant upgrades.
• Assist in implementing predictive maintenance programs using condition-monitoring tools (vibration analysis, thermography, etc.).
• Follow company safety, quality, and environmental standards including ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain workshop tools and ensure the proper storage of spare parts and mechanical components.
• Cooperate with electrical, control, and utility teams to ensure overall plant performance and efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or Technical Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Refrigeration trade.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in district cooling, HVAC, or utilities sectors.
• Hands-on experience in overhauling centrifugal chillers and Pumps is an advantage.
• Knowledge of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, alignment procedures, and safety systems.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong technical skills in mechanical systems maintenance and troubleshooting
• Safety-conscious with a proactive attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Understanding of energy efficiency practices in cooling system

• Ability to work in a shift-based operation and respond to emergency breakdowns when required.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Office) and Familiarity with CMMS for tracking work order.

Work Environment:

• District Cooling Plant (indoor/outdoor)
• May require work at heights, in confined spaces, and in high-temperature environments