Assistant A/C Technician – Cruise Vessel

We are looking for an Assistant A/C Technician to join a large cruise ship.

This is an urgent position. Candidates must be available to travel and join the vessel immediately.

Contract Details

Position: Assistant A/C Technician

Joining: ASAP / Immediate

Contract: Riding Squad

Contract Length: 2–3 months

US C1/D Visa: Required

About the Vessel

  • The vessel is a large passenger cruise ship of approximately:
  • 53,000 GT
  • 220 metres length
  • More than 650 passenger cabins
  • The A/C and refrigeration systems support passenger cabins, public areas, restaurants, galleys and technical areas onboard.

Main Duties

  • The Assistant A/C Technician will support the A/C and Refrigeration team with:
  • Maintenance and repair of air-conditioning systems
  • Maintenance of ventilation systems
  • Checking and repairing refrigeration equipment
  • Maintenance of fan coil units and air handling units
  • Working with compressors, pumps and other HVAC equipment
  • Cleaning and replacing filters and coils
  • Checking temperatures and pressures
  • Supporting maintenance of cold rooms and galley refrigeration
  • Finding and repairing basic HVAC faults
  • Assisting with refrigerant charging and leak checking when qualified

Candidate Requirements

  • Candidates should have experience working with:
  • Air-conditioning systems
  • HVAC systems
  • Refrigeration equipment
  • Previous experience on a cruise ship, passenger vessel or other commercial vessel would be an advantage.
  • Candidates with good experience from hotels, commercial buildings or industrial HVAC/refrigeration may also be considered.
  • Candidates must have a valid US C1/D visa and be available for immediate mobilisation.
  • An F-Gas, EPA ODS or similar refrigerant-handling certificate would be a strong advantage.
  • Relevant valid STCW and seafarer documents will be required.

Only candidates who are available to join immediately should apply.


STCW Certificates

You will need valid STCW certificates to apply for this position. Find an STCW course near you.

Work Experience Requirements

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Cruise Ship.

Language Requirements

Good knowledge of the English language is required.