Diesel Mechanic: Heavy Equipment & Truck Diagnostics

Henred Fruehauf; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trucking company in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Truck Mechanic to handle diagnostics and repairs for a variety of vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a Red seal, strong experience in truck maintenance, and expertise in air brakes and petrol engines. Responsibilities include routine inspections, fixing electrical components, and performing equipment repairs. This role requires a minimum of 3-5 years in a similar position and a solid understanding of the automotive trucking industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in same or similar role as Truck Mechanic / Service Advisor.
• Experience in the Commercial Motor Industry environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing problems.
• Performing routine maintenance like checking oil, air brakes, and lubrication.
• Fixing damaged electrical components and parts.
• Repairing or replacing worn parts like brake pads, wheel bearings, and sensors.
• Taking steps to prevent new problems from developing.

Skills

Truck experience

Knowledge of air brakes

Knowledge of petrol engines

Diagnostics skills

Equipment Maintenance skills

Heavy Equipment skills

Troubleshooting abilities

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Experience in repairing construction and earthmoving equipment

Experience in repairing forklifts

Understanding of automotive trucking industry

Fluent in English

Education

Red seal

Job description

A leading trucking company in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Truck Mechanic to handle diagnostics and repairs for a variety of vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a Red seal, strong experience in truck maintenance, and expertise in air brakes and petrol engines. Responsibilities include routine inspections, fixing electrical components, and performing equipment repairs. This role requires a minimum of 3-5 years in a similar position and a solid understanding of the automotive trucking industry.