Field Service Technician

SUMMARY:

Our client in Kimberley has a requirement for a dedicated Field Service Technician. The purpose of this position is to maintain, service and repair material handling equipment, systems and products on company premises or at customer sites in a timely and cost-effective manner so that customer and company requirements are met; maintaining of vehicle records.

POSITION INFO:

Education and Minimum Requirements

• Matric, Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Qualified Forklift Technician and experience with forklifts or similar material handling equipment; or Electrician.
• Forklift trade test certificate
• 3 years’ experience on IC & Electrical Machines
• Code 8 driver''s license
• Valid forklift operator license
• Minimum of 3 years mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience pertaining to forklifts
• General working knowledge of auto electrical systems (ignition, starting, charging, illumination)
• Excellent work ethic – honest, reliable, hardworking, dedicated and takes pride in work carried out

Competencies

• Experience in Managing Explosives Category (Advantageous)
• Excellent work ethic – honest, reliable, hardworking, dedicated and takes pride in work carried out
• Highly developed prioritizing and multi-tasking skills; strong sense of urgency; problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills with people at all levels in an organization
• Dedication to service excellence in every aspect of work carried out; strong focus on attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills with people at all levels in an organization – must be able to converse fluently and comfortably in English; must be able to read and write English
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and still complete tasks timeously; enthusiastic, self-motivated and can use own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to understand and follow safety measures and precautions
• Ability to interpret and apply technical information
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, operations manuals and manufacturer’s specifications
• Ability to identify and correctly utilize relevant diagnostic equipment and specialized tools
• Willingness and capability to continue learning and growing with new technology and models
• Ability to receive constructive criticism
• Maintain work area in clean and orderly condition
• Ability to understand and follow safety measures and precautions
• Ability to function effectively in a group and add value to the team / environment
• Ability to work under extreme pressure
• Ability to manage own time – to work according to a schedule and complete set tasks in time
• Must be of sober habits, have high energy levels and general good health – must be declared fit for physical performance requirements of these tasks - physically able to carry, lift, and move heavy objects; must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time; must be able to bend, stretch, twist and reach with body, arms and/or legs.
• As this position is part of a team that service a specialized industry and client requirements are paramount to the success of their businesses and the partnership between our company and theirs – candidates applying for this position must be able to do standby and work overtime as and when requested.

Responsibilities

• Servicing of material handling equipment and maintaining forklift serviceability to specified standards and according to set procedures by delivering quality service / maintenance.
• Perform accurate diagnosis / troubleshooting in event of breakdown of equipment; communicate what repairs are needed by advising customer and/or supervisor.
• Maintains vehicle maintenance and operational data / history by updating and timeously communication information that must go on record.
• Promote service / maintenance programs.
• Provide complete customer satisfaction in a polite and professional manner.
• Ensure proper communication between self, workshop staff (supervisor and controller) and customer.
• Ensure OHSACT & ASEC requirements are met in all actions on company and client premises; maintains a safe work environment by verifying vehicle safety device operations, following standards and procedures and in general complying with legal regulation.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities

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