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.