About this R & A Technician II (2 Positions) role at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)
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
Requirements
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.
Benefits
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.