Maintenance Technician

Company

Craft Fertility Centre Private Limited, Kochi

Department

Administration / Facilities & Maintenance

Location

Kochi, Kerala

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and responsible Maintenance Technician to manage the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of our IVF centre. The candidate will be responsible for handling electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, and general facility maintenance, ensuring that all infrastructure and utility systems function efficiently.

The role requires timely troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, emergency breakdown management, and coordination with external vendors to ensure a safe, comfortable, and uninterrupted healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance

Perform routine inspection and maintenance of electrical systems, wiring, switches, lighting, and distribution panels.

Troubleshoot electrical faults and attend to electrical breakdowns.

Monitor the functioning of UPS, generators, stabilizers, and other power backup systems.

Ensure uninterrupted power supply to critical areas of the facility.

HVAC & Air Conditioning

Inspect and maintain air-conditioning systems and ventilation units.

Monitor AC performance and report any temperature or cooling irregularities.

Coordinate servicing, repairs, and preventive maintenance of HVAC systems.

Ensure proper environmental conditions in designated clinical and laboratory areas.

Plumbing & General Maintenance

Attend to plumbing issues, water leakage, drainage, and sanitary fittings.

Handle minor carpentry, civil, painting, and other general maintenance activities.

Ensure proper functioning of water pumps, motors, tanks, and related utility systems.

Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance

Conduct regular inspections of the facility and identify potential maintenance issues.

Follow preventive maintenance schedules and ensure timely servicing of equipment and infrastructure.

Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests and breakdowns.

Maintain maintenance registers, service records, checklists, and breakdown reports.

Vendor & AMC Coordination

Coordinate with external service providers for repairs, servicing, and Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC).

Follow up with vendors to ensure timely completion of maintenance work.

Verify completed maintenance work and report unresolved issues to the concerned authority.

Safety & Compliance

Follow electrical safety standards and workplace safety procedures.

Ensure maintenance activities do not disrupt patient care or clinical operations.

Immediately report any infrastructure-related risks or safety concerns.

Escalate issues involving specialized IVF and medical equipment to authorised service engineers. Do not independently repair or modify critical clinical equipment.

Educational Qualification

ITI / Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or relevant technical trade.

Additional technical certifications in HVAC, electrical maintenance, or plumbing will be an advantage.

Experience

2–5 years of hands-on experience in electrical and general maintenance.

Experience in hospitals, healthcare facilities, laboratories, or commercial buildings will be preferred.

Practical knowledge of AC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, UPS, generators, and basic troubleshooting is essential.

Required Skills

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and general facility maintenance.

Ability to respond quickly to maintenance emergencies.

Good coordination and communication skills.

Ability to maintain service records and maintenance documentation.

Responsible, proactive, and safety-conscious approach to work.

Additional Requirements

Willingness to work in shifts and attend urgent maintenance calls when required.

Ability to coordinate with multiple departments and external vendors.

Ability to work independently and manage routine maintenance activities.

Pay

₹10,000.00 - ₹26,000.00 per month

Benefits

Health insurance

Leave encashment

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person