A/C Technician

Role Overview

A/C Technician at Anantara Hotels & Resorts, Desert Islands Resort & Spa location.

Company Overview

Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, founded in 2001 in Thailand. The company operates properties across the world in captivating locales including pristine beaches, private islands, ancient sites, and vibrant metropolises. The brand is committed to authentic hospitality, freedom, movement, and harmony, with a culture emphasizing generosity, warmth, and heartfelt service.

Role Purpose

Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems throughout the hotel to ensure all HVAC equipment operates efficiently and reliably, providing a safe and comfortable environment for guests and colleagues while complying with company policies, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Installation and Maintenance

• Install, inspect, service, maintain, and repair air conditioning and refrigeration systems throughout the hotel.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on split AC units, package units, VRF/VRV systems, fan coil units, air handling units, exhaust fans, ventilation systems, and other HVAC equipment.
• Clean and maintain indoor and outdoor AC units, filters, evaporator and condenser coils, drain lines, and ventilation systems.
• Carry out regular inspections of HVAC systems in guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house areas, offices, restaurants, kitchens, and other hotel facilities.

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Diagnose faults and carry out necessary repairs to ensure minimal downtime and maximum equipment reliability.
• Respond promptly to guest and hotel department maintenance requests, as well as emergency HVAC breakdowns.
• Identify equipment requiring major repair, replacement, or specialist attention and report recommendations to the Engineering Supervisor.

Refrigerant Management

• Check refrigerant levels, identify refrigerant leaks, and carry out refrigerant charging and recovery in accordance with environmental regulations.
• Practice proper handling, storage, recovery, and disposal of refrigerants and other HVAC-related materials to minimize environmental impact.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor the performance and efficiency of HVAC equipment and report any abnormalities or potential equipment failures to the Engineering Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, preventive maintenance activities, repairs, equipment breakdowns, and replacement of parts.

Coordination and Support

• Coordinate with the Engineering Storekeeper and Engineering team to ensure the availability of required spare parts, tools, and materials.
• Support other Engineering and maintenance activities within the hotel as assigned.
• Ensure guest comfort and satisfaction by completing maintenance requests efficiently and minimizing disruption to hotel operations.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure all maintenance work is carried out in accordance with local regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and company health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times.

Sustainability and Improvement

• Actively participate in the hotel's energy conservation and sustainability initiatives.
• Suggest cost-saving and energy-efficient solutions to improve the hotel's HVAC operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate or Diploma from a recognized technical or vocational institute in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, HVAC, or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience in HVAC maintenance, preferably within a hotel, resort, commercial building, or facility management environment.
• Sound knowledge of air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Experience with VRF/VRV systems, AHUs, FCUs, and other commercial HVAC systems is an advantage.
• Good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems related to HVAC equipment.
• Familiarity with occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of refrigerant handling and environmental requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond effectively to maintenance emergencies.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Customer-focused attitude with the ability to respond professionally to guest requests and concerns.

Additional Information

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays according to hotel operational requirements.