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Refrigeration Maintenance Technician

On-site in San Sebastián·Full-time·Added 2 months ago (last checked 9 Oct)

Veolia

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, San Sebastián
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Hours: Monday to Friday
Experience: 3+ years
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Requirements

Education: Higher degree in maintenance of thermal and fluid installations, refrigeration installations and air conditioning.

Other degrees such as electrical or plumbing will also be valued.

Experience: at least 3 demonstrable years in a similar position and/or company.

We will value knowledge of:

Previous experience in maintenance of thermal installations (cooling and heating).
Centralized heating (gas, biomass, etc.).
Knowledge in the maintenance of boiler rooms.
Solid knowledge of plumbing.
Experience in electrical installations.
Organization and time management.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Immediate start.
Permanent contract.
Schedule from 9 to 17, Monday to Friday.
Full-time position and stable employment.

The role

Plumbing Maintenance Technician

Their main function will be to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electricity, plumbing, air conditioning installations, and the maintenance of heating and cooling equipment.

They will also be responsible for the repair, troubleshooting, improvement, and optimization of the various pieces of equipment.

What you'll do

The corrective/preventive maintenance of the center's general facilities.
Responding to breakdowns in the facilities.
Commissioning and regulation of thermal installations, especially heating systems.
They will report their work to the team leader.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews

Application
Interview with HR
With HR team
Interview with your future manager
With a future manager
Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.
Decision
Onboarding
Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded: 1853
Employees: 200,000–250,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website: veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a benchmark for ecological transformation and a world leader in the Environment, Veolia, a multinational maintenance and energy services company, specialized in the integrated management of water💧, waste ♻ and energy🔋 , wants to incorporate into its Gipuzkoa delegation a

Additional information

We know that professionals are the fundamental pillar of our corporate identity and our results. That is why we promote their integration with a clear commitment to equality between men and women, sharing the corporate culture, our practice and experience.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

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