Earthmoving Equipment technician

SUMMARY:
Earthmoving Equipment Technician - Durban


The Purpose of this Position
The successful candidate will service, assemble, maintain, and repair all types of Bobcat & SANY earthmoving Equipment.

POSITION INFO:
Duties but not limited to the following:

• To carry out routine servicing, maintenance & repairs of Bobcat/SANY equipment according to OEM specifications.
• To be able to work with limited supervision.
• Complete the necessary job cards, timesheets and inspection reports including machine downloads & Photo’s
• To have a sound knowledge of hydraulic systems and their basic principles as well as being able to read schematics.
• To be able to diagnose and repair faults in diesel engines, hydraulic systems and/or electrical / Electronic systems.
• Assist in the repair and overhaul of other various components / assemblies on earthmoving equipment.
• Have the ability to carry out equipment repair assessments and complete the relative paperwork thereof.
• Ensure personal and co-workers’ adherence and compliance to security and the Company’s SHE objectives.
• Be willing to work overtime, standby and be available for call outs as and when required

• Trade test qualification (red seal) a must.
• At least 5 years’ experience in the earthmoving industry.
• Ability to read and understand schematics.
• Must be prepared to travel.
• Highly motivated hard-working person and must be able to liaise with customers.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Must be familiar with hydraulic pumps, drive motors, hydro-static transmissions, hoses, cylinders, engines, drive trains and basic electrics.
• Must have good people skills
• Must have a technical aptitude.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license
• Computer literacy would be an added advantage