Air Conditioning Technician

About the Employer

Minor Hotels is an international hotel group managing over 530 properties worldwide under various brands including Anantara, Avani, Elewana, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli. Operating across more than 50 countries in regions such as Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa, Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America, the group caters to diverse traveler needs through thoughtfully designed accommodations.

Job Location

Al Najada Doha Hotel By Tivoli, Doha, Qatar

Role Overview and Key Responsibilities

• Install, service, and troubleshoot temperature and air quality control systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, and technical servicing on all hotel's electrical and mechanical refrigeration equipment including freezers, refrigerators, ice makers, fan coil units, and chillers.
• Conduct preventive maintenance for all air-conditioning and refrigeration systems to prevent breakdowns.
• Evaluate operational performance of refrigeration system components to ensure efficiency.
• Inspect and verify door mechanisms such as gaskets and latches on walk-in coolers and freezers.
• Maintain and adjust defrosting systems, including automation of ice makers.
• Respond to maintenance requests from various hotel departments promptly.
• Ensure regular cleaning of fan coil units and filters in air handling units to maintain air quality.
• Monitor and assess the performance of air-conditioning and chilled water systems.
• Collaborate with engineering team members to diagnose failures and optimize air conditioning and refrigeration functionalities.
• Ensure environmental compliance by strictly controlling the venting of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) into the atmosphere.
• Conduct overhauls of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment as needed.
• Monitor refrigeration fluids and oil levels, overseeing major repairs when required.
• Coordinate with Engineering Storekeeper for timely procurement of necessary parts and materials.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with the country's technical regulations and established safety standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates must have completed formal training at a technical or vocational institute specializing in this field.
• Minimum of one year experience working within a hotel engineering department.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics is essential.
• Experience with Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) or Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV) systems will be considered advantageous.