General Technician

GENERAL TECHNICIAN — i'Deli Cafe

Keep Our Outlet Safe, Functional & Ready for Service

We are opening a new i'Deli Cafe outlet in Kakkanad, Kochi, and are looking for a skilled and reliable General Technician to handle day-to-day maintenance, repairs, equipment support, and technical requirements of the outlet.

General Maintenance

• Carry out routine maintenance and repair work across the outlet.
• Identify and resolve general technical and maintenance issues promptly.
• Ensure the restaurant, kitchen, storage, and staff areas remain safe and functional.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential maintenance problems.
• Maintain proper records of maintenance work and repairs.

Electrical Maintenance

• Handle basic electrical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Check lights, switches, sockets, wiring, and other electrical fixtures.
• Attend to electrical issues and coordinate with specialised electricians when required.
• Ensure electrical systems are used safely and report major faults immediately.

Plumbing & Water Systems

• Handle basic plumbing repairs and maintenance.
• Attend to leaking taps, pipes, drains, sinks, and other plumbing issues.
• Monitor water supply and drainage systems.
• Report major plumbing problems and coordinate with external service providers when required.

Kitchen Equipment Support

• Assist with routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of kitchen equipment.
• Check equipment functionality and report technical problems.
• Coordinate with authorised service technicians for specialised repairs.
• Ensure equipment maintenance is carried out according to required schedules.

HVAC & Air Conditioning

• Conduct basic checks of air-conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Report cooling, ventilation, or equipment issues promptly.
• Coordinate with external HVAC technicians for servicing and major repairs.
• Ensure guest and working areas maintain suitable operating conditions.

Preventive Maintenance

• Follow a regular preventive maintenance schedule.
• Inspect equipment, fixtures, electrical points, plumbing, and other technical systems.
• Identify potential failures before they affect restaurant operations.
• Maintain maintenance checklists and service records.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all workplace safety procedures while carrying out maintenance work.
• Use tools and equipment safely and correctly.
• Ensure technical work does not create risks for guests or employees.
• Immediately report safety hazards, electrical faults, water leaks, or equipment failures to management.

New Outlet Setup

• Support the technical and maintenance setup of the new Kakkanad outlet before opening.
• Assist with installation and testing of basic fixtures and equipment.
• Coordinate with contractors and external technicians when required.
• Ensure electrical, plumbing, lighting, air-conditioning, and other technical requirements are operational before opening.
• Support the management team in ensuring the outlet is fully maintenance-ready from day one.

Vendor & Service Coordination

• Coordinate with external technicians and maintenance service providers when required.
• Assist in scheduling service and repair visits.
• Monitor completed maintenance work and report unresolved issues.
• Maintain records of service providers, repairs, and maintenance activities.

Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in general maintenance, facility maintenance, hospitality, commercial buildings, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with restaurants, cafés, hotels, retail outlets, or commercial facilities is an advantage.
• Experience in new outlet setup and maintenance will be an added advantage.

Education

• ITI / Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or a related technical field preferred.
• Relevant technical experience and practical skills will also be considered.

Job Type

Full-time, Permanent

Work Location

Kakkanad, Kochi, Kerala

In person

Shift Availability

• Day Shift
• Evening Shift
• Night Shift
• Emergency maintenance support when required

As we prepare to launch our new i'Deli Cafe outlet in Kakkanad, we would be pleased to meet you and discuss this exciting opportunity to join our team.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided

Work Location: In person