Forklift Technician

 

Recruiter:

Kencorp

Job Ref:

3327874865

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 9, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa


SUMMARY:
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

A well-established lifting/materials handling equipment company is looking for a qualified and suitably experienced Forklift Technician for their operation in the Johannesburg area.

 

Responsibilities

  • On-site repairs and inspections of Forklifts – Diesel and LPG
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose Mechanical, Hydraulic and Electrical faults on Forklifts
  • Effect repairs as may be required whether Mechanical, Hydraulic or electrical
  • Perform basic maintenance such as tyres, grease/lube, Preventative Maintenance checks and servicing
  • Identification, ordering and replacing of various spare parts that are required - example starter motors, alternators, actuators, hydraulic hoses, counters, oils/greases, filters
  • Administration of all paperwork relating to the ordering of spares and maintenance of Forklifts
  • Maintain a minimum parts inventory
  • Document machine costs for fleet management and maintain an effective database of parts/maintenance for the respective Forklifts
  • When required source parts/suppliers
  • When applicable instruct/corrective action for abuse of equipment/Forklifts
  • Strictly adhere to legal rules and regulations as well as vehicle safety device mechanisms
  • Install/replace test gauges and sensors including thermocouples, readouts, lap counters

 

Requirements

 

  • Grade 12
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Trade tested Diesel Mechanic would be beneficial and is preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years working experience as a Forklift Mechanic – Diesel and LPG
  • Wide knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs
  • Ability to interpret electrical diagrams, repair manuals as well as schematics
  • Good verbal, administrative and written communication skills
  • Ability to make informed decisions and to work with minimal supervision
  • Valid Forklift license
  • Standby duties and responding to call-outs when required

 

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