Diesel Mechanic

Route Management; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport solutions provider in Pinetown is seeking a skilled Truck Mechanic. The ideal candidate will have a Red seal qualification, truck experience, and strong diagnostic skills. Responsibilities include diagnosing problems, conducting routine maintenance, and repairing various components of trucks. A minimum of 3-5 years in a similar role within the commercial motor industry is required. Fluency in English and a solid understanding of the trucking industry are essential assets for this position.

Qualifications

• Red seal is required
• Must have truck experience
• Must have knowledge of air brakes
• Must have knowledge of petrol engines
• Strong diagnostics skills are needed
• Skills in equipment maintenance and heavy equipment
• Repair and vehicle maintenance skills are required
• Troubleshooting abilities are necessary
• Experience in repairing construction and earthmoving equipment
• Experience in repairing forklifts
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent understanding of the automotive trucking industry
• Fluent in English

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing problems in trucks
• Routine maintenance of various truck components
• Fixing damaged electrical components and parts
• Repairing or replacing worn parts like brake pads
• Preventing new problems from developing

Job description

Qualification and Requirements

• Red seal
• Must have truck experience
• Must have knowledge of air brakes
• Must have knowledge of petrol engines
• Strong Diagnostics skills
• Equipment Maintenance and Heavy Equipment skills
• Equipment Repair and Vehicle Maintenance skills
• Troubleshooting abilities
• Experience in repairing construction and earthmoving equipment
• Experience in repairing forklifts
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent understanding of automotive trucking industry
• Fluent in English

Job Description

Diagnosing problems.

Routine maintenance like checking oil, air brakes, lubrication, batteries, nuts and bolts, and other item
Fixing damaged electrical components and parts, and repairing or replacing worn parts like brake pads, wheel bearings, and sensors
Taking steps to prevent new problems from developing

Minimum of 3-5 years in same or similar role as Truck Mechanic / Service Advisor experience in a Commercial Motor Industry environment