Agricultural Equipment Technician

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Stable employment

Training on new equipment

Essential role supporting agricultural

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for an Agricultural Equipment Technician based in Bloemfontein. You will maintain, repair, and troubleshoot a wide range of farm machinery to ensure uninterrupted farm operations.

The role requires experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, plus proficiency with diagnostic tools. A driver's license is beneficial and safety standards apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a mechanic or technician, preferably with agricultural machinery.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and powertrains.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment for agricultural machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on tractors, harvesters, and other farm machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct diagnostic tests using specialized tools to identify issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, parts, and labor hours.
• Ensure work complies with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Power trains

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and dependable Agricultural Equipment Technician to join their team in Bloemfontein . This position is essential for maintaining the operational readiness and efficiency of the farm's extensive fleet of machinery and equipment. You will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of a wide range of agricultural tools, vehicles, and implements. This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to ensuring that all equipment is safe and functional to support continuous farm operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and inspections on tractors, harvesters, plows, sprayers, and other farm machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems failures in agricultural equipment.
• Conduct diagnostic tests using specialized tools and equipment to identify issues.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities, including parts used and labor hours.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety standards and company policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a mechanic or technician, preferably with agricultural machinery.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and power trains.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment relevant to agricultural machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record; ability to operate various farm equipment is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with opportunities for overtime.
• Health insurance and access to a retirement savings plan.
• Stable employment with a reputable agricultural organization.
• Training on new equipment and technologies.
• A practical and essential role supporting the backbone of agricultural production.