Skilled HVAC-R Technician with a proven track record at Muzansi Trading Enterprise Cc, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to excellence. Expert in HVAC and refrigeration system repairs, with a knack for minimizing downtime in critical environments. Demonstrates strong leadership in supervising teams and adhering to safety protocols, ensuring peak operational performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC-R Technician
Muzansi Trading Enterprise Cc
01.2020 - Current
Responded to emergency HVACR service and or repair promptly.
Performed troubleshooting on HVACR systems to determine cause of breakdown.
Repaired and or replaced heating,ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
Strong problem solving abilities when repairing faulty equipment, resulting in minimal downtime to client operations due to nature of industry worked in eg Operating theaters at hospitals, Premier of KZN Residence in PMB, Office of the premier PMB.
Ensured optimal performance of commercial refrigeration systems either by repair or new installations of Cold and Freezer rooms at various hospitals Cold storage and Mortuaries eg Park Rynie MLM, Phoenix MLM, Pinetown MLM, GJ Mpanza hospital cold rooms, Madadeni Hospital Freezer room etc.
Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
Removed old equipment from customers' premises and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
Supervised and instructed assistants.
Adhere to OSHA guidelines during all service calls and installations, following all protocol of safety file submitted and ensuring all assistants are correctly educated as to these protocols. ie working at heights, toolbox talks, ensuring assistants have correct PPE etc.
liasing with institutions artisans at all time submitting a works programme before commencing works.
Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile after service reports and quotations.
Filled out detailed job cards for each job completed.
Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs and more importantly to ensure our clients needs are met due to nature of our works (Hospitals Clinics etc).
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HVAC Installer
O2 Airconditioning
02.2018 - 12.2019
Increased client comfort levels by appropriately sizing and installing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems based on specific needs.
Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
Located and marked pipe positions, hole passages and duct connections in walls and floors.
Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
Provided outstanding customer service throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial consultation to final walkthroughs after completion of installations
Reduced costly callbacks for clients by performing comprehensive quality control checks after each installation or repair.
Negotiated with suppliers to obtain high-quality materials at cost-effective prices.
Transport Refrigeration Apprentice
Carrier Transicold
02.2016 - 01.2018
Installation of transport refrigeration
Fault finding/Repairs and diagnostic checks (Under supervision by Technician)
Service and preventative maintenance
HVAC Assistant
Air Contract Services
06.2012 - 01.2016
Domestic and Commercial installation, repairs and preventative maintenance of refrigeration system
Commercial installation .repairs and preventative maintenance on DX and Chilled water HVAC plants
Domestic and Commercial installation repairs and preventative maintenance on Split-type and packaged units
HVAC Assistant
Gauche Air
01.2009 - 12.2011
Domestic and Commercial installation, repairs and preventative maintenance of refrigeration system
Commercial installation .repairs and preventative maintenance on DX and Chilled water HVAC plants
Domestic and Commercial installation repairs and preventative maintenance on Split-type and packaged units
Education
No Degree - Basic Fire FIghting
SEESA
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -
No Degree - Phase 3 Airconditioning And Refrigeration
Shukela Training Centre
Durban
04.2001 -
No Degree - Phase 2 Airconditioning And Refrigeration
Shukela Training Centre
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -
No Degree - Phase 1 Airconditioning And Refrigeration
Shukela Training Centre
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -
No Degree - Mitsubishi VRF System
Mitsubishi Training School
04.2001 -
Skills
HVAC and refrigeration systems
Kickboxing. Gardening, Horse riding
I have a green belt in Kickboxing, I train in the evenings if work permits
Weekends are spent in the garden on the smallholding where I live
I spend time with my horse doing a lot of groundwork with him, i prefer training him than riding
I have dogs and a cat
My partner and I live a very quiet life on a shared smallholding
Timeline
HVAC-R Technician
Muzansi Trading Enterprise Cc
01.2020 - Current
HVAC Installer
O2 Airconditioning
02.2018 - 12.2019
Transport Refrigeration Apprentice
Carrier Transicold
02.2016 - 01.2018
HVAC Assistant
Air Contract Services
06.2012 - 01.2016
HVAC Assistant
Gauche Air
01.2009 - 12.2011
No Degree - Basic Fire FIghting
SEESA
04.2001 -
No Degree - Phase 3 Airconditioning And Refrigeration
Shukela Training Centre
04.2001 -
No Degree - Phase 2 Airconditioning And Refrigeration
Shukela Training Centre
04.2001 -
No Degree - Phase 1 Airconditioning And Refrigeration
Shukela Training Centre
04.2001 -
No Degree - Mitsubishi VRF System
Mitsubishi Training School
04.2001 -
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