Open To Work
Simbarashe Musiyiwa
Vanderbijlpark
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Artisan Airconditioning
MONYETLA SERVICES PTY LTD
05.2023 - Current
- Installing, maintaining and repairing ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
- Identifying maintenance risk on equipment.
- Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems.
- Cleaning, adjusting and repairing systems, and performing warrantee service to new installations.
- Performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
- Providing technical direction and on the job training.
- Keeping daily log books and records of all maintenance functions.
- Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety standards.
- Complying with service standards work instruction and customer requirements.
- Implementing preventative maintenance where necessary.
- Complete stripping of existing HVAC systems and installing new units both indoor and outdoor.
- Installation of supportive systems such as ducting, extraction and air curturns.
- Listing of equipment and consumables needed for quotation to be done.
- Correct assessments and action on preventative maintenance to prevent inconveniences and discomfort to our clients, thus building a good relationship and strengthening our reputation.
- Installation of new and existing airconditioning units in server rooms, computer rooms, mcc, furnaces, control rooms, keepers cabins, offices, overhead cranes.
- Maintenance and preventative services for critical areas in the plant.
- Replacement of defective components.
- Servicing and reconditioning of electric motors.
- Attending to break downs.
- Undertaking stand by.
- Replacement of defective components such as compressors, condenser fans, evaporator fans, dries, thermostats, PC boards, pressure switch, v-belts, couplings, reverse valves.
- Steel Production
Senior Refrigeration Mechanic
REFRITECH CC
Vanderbijlpark
04.2013 - 11.2022
- Steel Industry
- Reason for leaving: Career advancement
- Installed and repaired refrigeration systems for commercial and industrial clients.
- Conducted routine maintenance on chillers and cooling units to ensure efficiency.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in refrigeration equipment using specialized tools.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex refrigeration problems.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls and repairs performed on equipment.
- Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials in refrigeration systems.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for system installation and maintenance.
- Assisted in developing preventive maintenance schedules for client refrigeration systems.
- Connected and set up control panels and alarm components.
- Repaired parts by using technical knowledge, special tools and soldering skills.
- Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
- Verified proper operation of safety devices such as pressure relief valves.
- Maintained records of all repairs, replacements and installations performed.
- Performed troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems.
- Tested pressure levels in the system with gauges and calibrated them accordingly.
- Cleaned coils and other components to improve energy efficiency.
- Assisted in the installation of walk-in freezers and coolers for food service applications.
- Installed new air conditioning units in residential and commercial properties.
- Put in new thermostats, humidistats and motors.
- Ensured that all work was done according to local codes, regulations and safety standards.
- Replaced faulty parts such as compressors, condensers, evaporators and fan motors.
- Used specialized tools including hand tools, power tools and welding equipment.
- Inspected existing refrigeration equipment to identify potential problems.
- Provided guidance to customers regarding proper use and care of their units.
- Monitored refrigerant levels during installation process to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Tested pipe, tubing joints, and connections for leaks.
- Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
- Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment.
- Led teams to complete large installation projects on time and within specific parameters outlined in customer documentation.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
Education
NQF Level 4 - MERSETA, Safe handling of refrigerants
Red Seal Refrigeration and air conditioning
Skills
- Good communication
- Planning
- Team work
- Problem solving
- Computer Literacy
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- Driving license-Code 10
- Gas practitioner (B4)
Affiliations
- Vanderbijlpark Sports Club
- Vanderbijlpark Pool Association
References
- Rogerio de Almeida, Site Manager, Refritech CC, Vanderbijlpark, 0834532216
- N Matambo, Maintenance Support Team Manager, Monyetla / Arcellor Mittal, Vanderbijlpark Works, 0608922778
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/23/83
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Marital Status: Married
Professional Bodies
- South African Institute of Refrigeration and Airconditioning Council
- South African Refrigeration and Airconditioning Contractors Association
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
R200/hr - R1000/hrTimeline
Artisan Airconditioning
MONYETLA SERVICES PTY LTD
05.2023 - Current
Senior Refrigeration Mechanic
REFRITECH CC
04.2013 - 11.2022
NQF Level 4 - MERSETA, Safe handling of refrigerants
Red Seal Refrigeration and air conditioning