Electrical Apprentice — Field Tech in Training

JVR Software; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Personnel in Gauteng seeks an apprentice to support technicians on customer locations, including homes, businesses and job sites. You will assist with inspection, servicing, installation and repair of equipment under supervision, gaining hands-on experience across a range of devices.

You will learn to identify faults, follow manuals and safety guidelines, prepare tools and materials, and document service activities.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications specified in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Technicians with travelling to customer locations, including homes, businesses and job sites.
• Assisting with the inspection, servicing, installation and repair of equipment under the direction of a Technician.
• Preparing and organising tools, equipment, parts and materials required for service calls and installations.
• Assisting Technicians with basic troubleshooting and testing of equipment while under supervision.
• Learning to identify common equipment faults and understanding the correct procedures for resolving them.
• Assisting with routine preventative maintenance and general servicing of equipment.
• Assisting with the installation of new equipment, hardware, machinery or products under the supervision of a Technician.
• Assisting with the removal, replacement and installation of faulty parts or components as instructed.
• Learning how to correctly use tools, testing equipment, diagnostic equipment and relevant software.
• Following technical instructions, manuals, schematics and manufacturer guidelines as directed by the Technician.
• Assisting with testing equipment after servicing, installation or repairs to ensure that it is operating correctly and safely.
• Assisting with the loading, unloading, handling and transportation of equipment, tools and parts.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area at customer sites, in vehicles and within the workshop.
• Assisting Technicians in preparing for customer service calls and ensuring that the required tools, parts and equipment are available.
• Observing and learning from experienced Technicians to develop practical technical knowledge and skills.
• Communicating professionally with customers and assisting Technicians in responding to customer queries when required.
• Following all company policies, procedures, health and safety requirements and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintaining a professional appearance and conduct when representing the company at customer locations.
• Assisting with the completion of service documentation and records as instructed.
• Reporting any equipment faults, safety concerns, damaged tools or other issues to the responsible Technician or Service Manager.
• Completing all required training, learning activities and assessments associated with the apprenticeship.
• Performing any other reasonable duties related to the Apprentice's training and development as instructed by management.

Job description

West Coast Personnel in Gauteng seeks an apprentice to support technicians on customer locations, including homes, businesses and job sites. You will assist with inspection, servicing, installation and repair of equipment under supervision, gaining hands-on experience across a range of devices.

You will learn to identify faults, follow manuals and safety guidelines, prepare tools and materials, and document service activities.