Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Plant)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Vor Ort; USD 14.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Protective equipment

Technical training

Provident fund

Stable employment

Free State hub

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support our client’s manufacturing facility in Welkom, Free State. You will perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems, and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime.

The role requires at least 3 years in a manufacturing setting, proficiency with AC/DC motors, VFDs, PLCs, hydraulics, and gearboxes, plus the ability to read schematics.

Qualifikationen

• Completed apprenticeship or relevant technical qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Proficient diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical systems including motors, hydraulics, and gearboxes.
• Able to read complex drawings and schematics; strong troubleshooting skills.

Aufgaben

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults in machinery, control systems, and plant infrastructure.
• Install and commission new equipment as required.
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and parts used.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and lockout/tagout protocols.
• Troubleshoot motor controls, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Perform mechanical repairs such as gearbox and conveyor maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for maintenance operations.

Kenntnisse

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

PLC knowledge

Ausbildung

Technical apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLC systems

VFDs

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support our client’s manufacturing facility in Welkom, Free State. You will perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems, and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime.

The role requires at least 3 years in a manufacturing setting, proficiency with AC/DC motors, VFDs, PLCs, hydraulics, and gearboxes, plus the ability to read schematics.