Machera Thomas

Senior HVAC & Industrial Maintenance Technician with over 10 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, energy, and large-scale facility operations. Specialized in chillers, VRF/VRV systems, PLC-controlled machinery, and electro-mechanical systems. Proven ability to diagnose complex faults, reduce downtime, and optimize equipment performance in high-demand environments.

Maintenance Technician - Proto Energy Manufactures - Kenya

(2025-01)

• Install and maintain injection molding machines in PP production
• Troubleshoot PLC & SCADA systems for automation efficiency
• Service water chillers, motors, and VFD systems
• Calibrate sensors (pressure, flow, temperature)
• Apply strict LOTO and safety procedures

Plant Technician (Contract) - Peace Wind Japan

(2025-07 - 2025-07)

• Maintain and overhaul generators and electro-mechanical systems
• Diagnose faults in alternators, wiring, and battery systems
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules
• Train technical assistants on safe operations

Senior Maintenance Technician - ROK Industries - Kenya

(2023-04 - 2025-06)

• Maintain injection, blow molding, and extrusion machines
• Diagnose electrical faults and reduce downtime
• Install and commission industrial electrical systems
• Work with PLCs, VFDs, sensors, and automation systems

Senior HVAC Technician (Projects) - Climform Enterprises Ltd

(2023-02 - 2023-02)

Projects: JKIA Airport, KPA, Alpha Sea Food

• Install and service cold rooms, blast freezers, refrigeration systems
• Install precision air conditioning systems

HVAC Technician - Skyline ACR Ltd (IRC Projects)

(2018-01 - 2018-12)

• Install, test, and maintain HVAC systems
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections
• Diagnose and repair HVAC faults

Project Supervisor (Solar & Mechanical Systems) - Skyline ACR Ltd – OXFAM Project

(2018-03 - 2018-03)

• Supervise solar installations and mechanical systems
• Manage teams, schedules, and maintenance activities
• Prepare reports, BoQs, and technical documentation

Senior Technician - Conix Pipes Ltd

(2017-05 - 2018-01)

• Maintain PET & HDPE production machines
• Service water chillers and cooling systems
• Configure machine operator systems

Maintenance Technician - ROK Industries

(2016-09 - 2017-03)

• Repair electrical systems in plastic production lines
• Install and service motors and cooling systems

Injection Molding Technician - Teepee Brands Ltd

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

• Maintain injection molding machines and chillers
• Service cooling towers and AHUs

Intruder Alarm Technician - IFSS Ltd

(2012-01 - 2012-12)

• Install and maintain alarm systems
• Provide technical configuration and support

Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering (PLC & Electronics) - Zetech University (2012-01 - 2014-12)

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Air Conditioning & Refrigeration) - Technical University of Kenya (2010-01 - 2012-12)

KCSE Certificate - Pesoda Annex High School