Vacancy Announcement

Job title:  

ACU Technician X 2

Work Location:

Kono District, Sierra Leone

Department:

Infrastructure

Reports to:

MEP Officer.

Line Management

Yes

Requisition #

Duration of Contract

Twelve (12) Months with possibility of extension

Application Status

External Advert

Organisation Profile

Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world. 

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.

Position Overview

. ACU technicians play a vital role within the infrastructure team. The ideal candidate for this position will be responsible for actively engaging in the installation, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning and refrigeration units for various buildings and structures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proficient in assembling and installing air conditioning and refrigeration units according to specifications and safety standards.
• Skilled in handling and manipulating refrigerant lines, electrical components, and insulation materials during ACU installation.
• Responsible for diagnosing and troubleshooting issues in ACU systems, including refrigerant leaks, compressor malfunctions, and electrical faults.
• Able to work with a variety of ACU components and materials, such as copper tubing, insulation foam, and electrical wiring.
• Capable of interpreting technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to plan and execute ACU installations and repairs effectively.
• Conduct thorough assessments of ACU systems, generating detailed reports on performance, potential issues, and recommended maintenance or upgrades.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to adjust installation plans as needed, communicating any changes or challenges encountered during the process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and hazards.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment

At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during emploment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma, WASSCE or equivalent
• Minimum of five years of experience as an ACU (Air Conditioning Unit) technician required.
• Profound expertise in air conditioning and refrigeration system installation, maintenance, and repair techniques.
• Completion of a technical or vocational school program in HVAC preferred, or relevant hands-on experience in the field.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including outdoor settings and confined spaces.
• Physically capable of performing manual labor associated with ACU maintenance and repair, including lifting heavy equipment and climbing ladders.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination for precise handling of components and connections within ACU systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify root causes of ACU malfunctions and implement appropriate solutions efficiently.
• Effective communication skills to interact with clients, supervisors, and team members, providing clear reports and updates on ACU maintenance and repair tasks.

Social Justice

We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.

Method of application

Interested candidates are required to apply by email to [email protected]   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday 10th June 2024