Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and experienced HVAC Technician to handle the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems onboard vessels and ships. The candidate should have practical experience in marine HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, chillers, AHUs, ventilation systems, and refrigeration equipment.

Key Responsibilities

- Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems onboard ships and vessels.

- Carry out maintenance and troubleshooting of air conditioning units, chillers, AHUs, and refrigeration systems.

- Perform servicing of compressors, condensers, evaporators, cooling coils, and ventilation fans.

- Inspect and repair ducting, dampers, filters, and ventilation systems.

- Identify refrigerant leakage and carry out gas charging and leak testing.

- Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting of HVAC equipment.

- Carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance as per project requirements.

- Read and understand HVAC drawings, layouts, and technical manuals.

- Ensure proper functioning of cooling, ventilation, and air circulation systems.

- Coordinate with engineers, supervisors,



and other technical teams during vessel refit and repair activities.

- Follow shipyard safety procedures and maintain proper housekeeping at the worksite.

Required Skills & Qualifications

- ITI / Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC), Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent qualification.

- 2–5 years of relevant experience in HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair.

- Practical knowledge of marine HVAC systems and shipboard equipment.

- Knowledge of refrigerant handling, gas charging, vacuuming, and leak testing.

- Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical HVAC faults.

- Knowledge of AHU, FCU, chillers, compressors, and ventilation systems.

- Ability to read HVAC drawings and technical specifications.

- Valuable teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

- Experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, marine engineering, or offshore projects.

- Experience working onboard vessels during refit and maintenance activities.

- Knowledge of marine air conditioning and central cooling systems.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Life insurance

Work Location: In person

📌 HVAC Technician (Kochi)
🏢 Sea blue shipyard Ltd,Vypin
📍 Kochi