Our Client, a leader in the Chemical Supply Industry, is seeking to employ an Service Technician to their team based in Cape Town. 

The appointed Service Technician will be based on-site at a clients operation in Epping, Cape Town; managing the chemicals and servicing the equipment (industrial laundry machines). 

An awesome career opportunity awaits.

Requirements:

• Experience in the installation and maintenance of laundry dosing equipment.
• Experience in the installation and maintenance of dish machines and chemical dosing units.
• Knowledge of programming laundry machines.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repairs of industrial dishwashers.
• Ability to roll up sleeves and work collaboratively with team members.
• Keen eye for detail and strong analytical skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Intermediate computer literacy in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and virtual programs (MS Teams, Zoom).
• Presentable with excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to produce accurate results within prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Methodical, systematic, and analytical mindset.
• Positive, self-motivated, and confident approach to work.
• Emotional maturity and professional integrity.
• Honest, reliable, and attentive to detail.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

Chemical Stock Room:

• Ensure chemical storage areas are always neat and tidy.
• Pack stock into relevant allocated areas upon receipt.
• Ensure proper stock rotation and storage of detergents.
• Keep accurate records of all stock received.
• Return all empty containers and maintain corresponding records.
• Record detergents issued to departments such as Stock Tanks, Spotting Room, Guest Laundry, Garments, and Hospitality.
• Conduct and submit weekly stock counts.

In-Plant Chemicals – Mixing Tanks, 200L and 25L Drums:

• Perform daily checks to ensure chemical mixing tanks and dosing pumps are in good working order.
• Report abnormalities and repair where possible.
• Ensure sufficient chemical stock to supply the plant by mixing stock solutions and transferring to holding tanks.
• Check and replace 200L and 25L drums as necessary.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices and ensure waste is properly disposed of.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety requirements and wear PPE when applicable.
• Wash and clean chemical mixing tanks weekly.
• Wipe down and clean chemical dosing equipment weekly.
• Confirm alkalinity of stock solutions after every mix and record results.
• Inspect feed and delivery lines regularly for leaks or wear and replace when needed.

Chemical Flow Rates and Alkalinities:

• Check and record flow rates of diaphragm and peristaltic pumps monthly.
• Replace worn tubes as required.
• Conduct pH and alkalinity readings of incoming recycled water three times daily and record results.
• Perform daily alkalinity checks on Continuous Batch Washers (CBWs) for Garment and Hospitality departments.
• Conduct weekly alkalinity checks on 200kg Milnor washers.
• Perform monthly flow rate and alkalinity checks on smaller washer extractors and replace worn tubes as needed.

General Duties:

• Monitor the quality of washed linen and garments daily and report abnormalities.
• Verify that machine operators are using correct wash programs.
• Perform and record regular reflectometer readings on linen.
• Maintain a respectful, honest, and dedicated attitude toward customers and staff.

Ad Hoc Duties:

• Assist with additional technical duties or work off-site when required.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.