Air Hygiene Technician / Duct Work Engineer

Basildon

10 months ago

Applications closed

Air Hygiene Technician / Duct Work Engineer

No experience required

£(phone number removed) + Training + Benefits

Environmental Consultancy are actively looking for an Air Hygiene Technician / Duct Work Engineer to join the team working in a pair covering commercial sites in the Essex area.

This Air Hygiene Technician / Duct Work Engineer role is seen an entry position in the sector and therefore comes with a full training package including the opportunity to gain additional qualifications to take forward in your career

To apply fort the Air Hygiene Technician / Duct Work Engineer the following backgrounds are being considered

A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a building services role including - plumbing, cleaning, electrical or building maintenance
Excellent communication skills and be confident speaking to client points of contact when required.
Driving license would be beneficial but not essential
Be happy to work in confined spaces and carry out physically demanding tasks

Key duties for the Air Hygiene Technician / Duct Work Engineer will include the following
Inspection of the Kitchen Extraction Systems
Take photos for pre-clean documentation.
Remove and clean canopy filters using hot water and degreasing chemicals.
Physically remove grease and contaminants from internal duct surfaces using scrapers, brushes, or mechanical cleaning tools.
Clean extractor fan blades and housings to maintain airflow and efficiency.
Fit new access panels ensuring compliance with TR19 guidelines.
Documentation & Compliance Reporting

The Air Hygiene Technician / Duct Work Engineer role comes with an extensive training program and would suit any candidate who wants to work in a manual work environment. For more information, please email Nick Lewis with a copy of your CV

Suitable Home Locations - Rochford, Leigh-on-Sea, Shoeburyness, Westcliff-on-Sea, Chalkwell, Eastwood, Prittlewell, Southchurch, Thorpe Bay, Rayleigh, Hadleigh, Benfleet, Canvey Island, Wickford, Basildon, Billericay, Maldon, Burnham-on-Crouch.

Job Areas of Interest - Commercial Kitchen Porter / Cleaner, Industrial Cleaner / Deep Cleaner, Ductwork Installer / Ventilation Technician, Facilities Maintenance Worker / Janitor (Commercial or Industrial), General Labourer / Construction Operative, Fire Damper Tester or HVAC Hygiene Technician

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