Handyman (greywater technician) - Cape Town at Tsebo Solution

Duties & Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance to Greywater systems
• Undertake Planned Preventative Maintenance Tasks allocated by the Senior Technician.
• Undertake Re-active Maintenance Tasks and Repairs allocated by the Senior Technician.
• Ensure that best Operating Practice is applied when undertaking Maintenance Tasks / Repairs.
• Provide a list of required materials to Senior Technician to enable successful execution of Maintenance Tasks.
• Complete and issue Check Sheets to Senior Technician on a weekly basis.
• Assist in keeping Workshop tidy and presentable

Tasks related to maintenance, repairs, replacement and installations.

• System Inspection: Regularly inspecting the entire greywater system to identify any signs of leaks, blockages, or malfunctioning components.
• Filter Cleaning: Cleaning and maintaining filters to remove debris, hair, and other particles that may accumulate in the greywater system and hinder its performance.
• Pump Maintenance: Checking and maintaining the greywater pump to ensure it is functioning properly. This may involve inspecting for wear and tear, lubricating moving parts, and addressing any issues with the pump.
• Irrigation Check: Verifying the proper functioning of the greywater irrigation or distribution system, including inspecting pipes, drip lines, or other delivery methods for clogs or damage.
• Treatment System Maintenance: If applicable, maintaining any treatment components of the greywater system, such as filters, UV sterilizers, or other treatment devices, to ensure water quality meets safety standards.
• Adjusting pH Levels: Monitoring and adjusting the pH levels of the greywater to ensure it is within an acceptable range for safe and effective use in irrigation.
• Educating Users: Providing education to users on proper greywater usage and practices to avoid introducing harmful substances into the greywater system.
• Compliance Checks: Ensuring that the greywater system complies with local regulations and standards, and making any necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
• System Upgrades: Recommending and implementing upgrades or modifications to the greywater system to enhance efficiency, water quality, and overall performance.
• Emergency Repairs: Addressing any emergency repairs promptly to prevent system failures and minimize potential damage to the greywater infrastructure.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities, inspections, and any issues encountered to track the system's performance over time.
• Plumbing Repairs: Fixing leaks, replacing faucets, unclogging drains, repairing or replacing pipes.
• Electrical Work: Replacing lights.
• Carpentry: Repairing or installing cabinets, shelves, doors, windows, and trim work; building or repairing furniture; fixing or replacing damaged woodwork.
• Painting: Preparing surfaces, patching holes, applying primer and paint, selecting and matching paint colors, touch-up work.
• Drywall Repairs: Patching holes, repairing cracks, applying joint compound, sanding, and preparing surfaces for painting.
• Flooring: Installing or repairing laminate, vinyl, or tile flooring; repairing or replacing damaged floorboards; carpet installation or repairs.
• General Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance tasks, such as replacing filters, lubricating hinges, tightening screws, and checking for safety hazards.
• Shelving and Storage: Building and installing shelves, organizing storage spaces, installing hooks or racks.
• Exterior Maintenance: Cleaning gutters, power washing surfaces, repairing fences or gates, maintaining outdoor structures.
• Assembly: Putting together furniture, equipment, or other items that require assembly.
• Miscellaneous Repairs: Handling various small repairs, such as fixing leaky faucets, squeaky hinges, loose doorknobs, or wobbly furniture.
• Transportation of fellow employees
• Four work orders per day on average
• Cleaning of OfficesAdhere to the TFS’s Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Management System’s Policies & Procedures of as applicable to this position.

Skills and Competencies

• Good knowledge of all trades, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, building repairs, maintenance and greywater systems.
• Knowledge of tools and materials used in the assigned area of responsibility
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to plan, organise and control own work effort
• Good people skills
• Excellent customer relation skills

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12
• 3 year experience
• Driver's license