R & A Technician II (2 Positions)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s headquarter in Ibadan.

Position : R&A Technician II (2 Positions)

Duration : 6 months’ renewable                                                                            

Location : Ibadan

Closing Date: 27 July 2026

DUTIES

·       Assist in checking and rectifying faults on refrigerators and freezers.

·       Assist in the installation of Air conditioners, refrigerators and freezers

·       Assist in the maintenance/servicing of work Air conditioners, refrigerators and freezers   

·       Operate and maintain cooling equipment and systems

·       Performing routine inspections of Air conditioners, refrigerators and freezers (systems) to ensure proper operation

·       Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATION

A minimum of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Mechanical Engineering, a Trade Test Certificate, or its equivalent, with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience performing similar functions in a structured organization, is required.

COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate must have:

·       Strong Knowledge of refrigeration (Troubleshooting and fault diagnosis).

·       Understanding of electrical systems and diagrams.

·       Knowledge of refrigerants, pressure-temperature relationships, and charging procedures.

·       Familiarity with tools such as gauges, multimeters, vacuum pumps, and leak detectors.

·       Having knowledge of VRV and inverter systems will be an added advantage.

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.