Kabe T.
Mid-Level HVAC and Refrigeration Technician
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Kabengele T. is an experienced HVAC and Refrigeration Technician with a strong background in mechanical systems within the hospitality, oil/gas, milling, auto, and engineering industries. From 2018 to 2024 at Protea Hotel Marriott in Johannesburg, Kabengele T. was responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning units, including fault finding, wiring of refrigeration and air conditioning systems, and the replacement of compressors and major components. Previous roles include mechanical fitter positions at P.H.S. Hydraulic and HYDRON Hydraulics, focusing on hydraulic equipment installation and lathe operation. His expertise also covers welding and fabrication of steel and aluminum assemblies for industrial applications, predictive maintenance, and adherence to safety protocols. Kabengele T. holds formal training in air conditioning, refrigeration, fitting, and welding from institutions in Gauteng, Cape Town, and Durban.
Experience
HVAC AND REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN
PROTEA HOTEL MARRIOTT · 2018 — 2024Managed the installation, maintenance, and repair of various Air Conditioning units, including tasks such as replacing compressors and conducting evacuation and critical charging. Developed comprehensive wiring for refrigeration systems and air conditioning components, ensuring proper power and control circuits were in place. Configured the variable speed drive and prepared necessary tools and equipment for welding projects. Assessed finished assemblies for accuracy, rectifying any welding discrepancies. Engaged in safety programs and adhered to plant protocols.MECHANICAL FITTER
P.H.S. HYDRAULIC · 2017 — 2018Conducted repairs, servicing, maintenance, and installation work on hydraulic and lubrication equipment.FITTER AND TURNER
HYDRON HYDRAULICS A DIVISION OF ACTOM · 2014 — 2017Operated lathe machines, performing tasks such as cutting threads and shafts to precise micrometre sizes. Executed turning operations on various materials, including bushes made from bronze, steel, and iron. Additionally, managed jobs on milling machines.WELDER
BLOCK SWITCH ENGINEERING · 2012 — 2014Utilized fabrication and equipment operation skills, including the use of shear, brake, plasma cutter, oxyacetylene cutter, and grinder. Produced steel and aluminum assemblies per customer specifications for the oil/gas, milling, and automotive industries while ensuring quality manufacturing of components using carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.Co2 ROBOT OPERATOR
L&J TOOL AND ENGINEERING WORKS · 2008 — 2012Welded car window frames for Toyota and utilized mechanical and hydraulic presses for diverse welding tasks. Conducted predictive maintenance and built welded assemblies according to engineering documents, adhering to established production standards with light and heavy gauge mild and stainless-steel materials.FIRE GUARD
DEBEERS · 2008 — 2012Responded to fire emergencies at an off-shore drilling site by assessing the situation and implementing firefighting techniques to manage fires and explosions. Maintained firefighting equipment, conducted site inspections to mitigate fire hazards, and assisted victims by providing first aid.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Air Conditioning and Refrigeration AcademyAir Conditioning and Refrigeration Academy · 2018 — Present
- Northlink CollegeNorthlink College, Wingfield Campus · 2014 — Present
- Irvin and Johnson CollegeIrvin and Johnson College · 2010 — Present
- Thekwini CollegeThekwini College, Cator Manor Campus · 2007 — Present
- KZN Training Centre & School of WeldingKZN Training Centre & School of Welding · 2007 — Present
- K I B College Computer Training CentreK I B College Computer Training Centre · 2005 — Present
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