Cold Room Technician at Skyline International Tourism and Hospitality Limited (SITH)

Skyline International Tourism and Hospitality Limited (SITH) was established in 2019 as the hospitality division of the Skyline Group in Nigeria. SITH is the franchisee for Pizza Hutin Nigeria (all regions except Lagos). Pizza Hut is part of Yum Brands (formerly PepsiCo Restaurants). Skyline International Tourism and Hospitality is the fastest growing F&B company in Nigeria.

StrEat Café is a brand curated by the team at Skyline International Tourism & Hospitality Ltd. StrEat café is an amalgamation of food and beverages from various parts of the world, served in a charming and relaxed ambience. To top it off, we have carefully crafted Mövenpick Ice Cream with the Alpine Spirit. The way we take care of our cows Matilda, Sophie and Candy, the one that inspires us to passionately pick the right natural ingredients to craft every Mövenpick Ice Cream.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cold Room Technician

Location: Gwarimpa, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A cold room technician specializes in the installation, maintenance, and repair of cold storage systems, such as walk-in freezers and refrigerated storage rooms.
• These professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and functionality of cold rooms, which are vital in industries like food service, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. Below are their typical work details:

Responsibilities
Installation:

• Set up cold rooms, including refrigeration systems, insulation, and control panels.
• Assemble and connect refrigerant piping, electrical systems, and temperature control devices.
• Ensure proper sealing and insulation to maintain temperature consistency.

Maintenance:

• Conduct routine inspections of compressors, condensers, evaporators, and fans.
• Check refrigerant levels and refill as needed.
• Clean coils, filters, and drainage systems to prevent blockages.
• Inspect for leaks, corrosion, or wear in the system.

Repairs:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues like cooling failure, electrical malfunctions, or compressor problems.
• Replace faulty components such as thermostats, motors, and wiring.
• Repair refrigerant leaks and re-pressurize the system.

System Optimization:

• Calibrate and adjust temperature controls for efficiency and compliance with standards.
• Upgrade outdated or inefficient systems to modern, energy-saving models.

Documentation:

• Maintain service logs for all inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks.
• Prepare reports on system performance and recommend improvements.

Skills Required

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields with 2 - 4 years work experience.
• Expertise in refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency in electrical work and mechanical repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of refrigerants (like R-404A, R-134a) and their handling.
• Familiarity with safety standards, including F-Gas regulations and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

Work Conditions

• Cold environments with temperatures ranging from -25°C to 10°C.
• Use of tools like multimeters, pressure gauges, and vacuum pumps.
• May require on-call availability for emergency repairs.

Industries Employing Cold Room Technicians:

• Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) like your workplace.
• Food and beverage manufacturing and storage facilities.
• Pharmaceuticals and healthcare logistics.
• Supermarkets and retail cold chain systems.

Salary
N100,000 - N130,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
25th January, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.