Facilities Maintenance Technician — Hands-On Problem Solver

Kabstrading Co; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabstrading Co in Durban is seeking an Installation and Maintenance Technician to handle on-site installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of specialized equipment for a diverse client base. You will support service calls and perform preventative maintenance to minimize downtime, with some remote planning and reporting responsibilities.

The role blends hands-on fieldwork with reporting duties, requiring strong mechanical, electrical, and software troubleshooting skills and a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in equipment installation and maintenance.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and testing equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously in the field.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission new equipment at client sites according to technical specifications.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and software issues encountered in the field.
• Respond promptly to emergency service calls and resolve issues efficiently to minimize client disruption.
• Provide basic training to clients on equipment operation and routine upkeep.
• Maintain accurate service logs and reports, detailing work performed and parts used.

Skills

Installation

Maintenance

Diagnostics

Field service

Blueprints

Customer service

Job description

Installation and Maintenance Technician – Durban

Our client is seeking a skilled and proactive Installation and Maintenance Technician to join their Durban operations. This role involves the on‑site installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of specialized equipment for a diverse clientele. You will be crucial in ensuring that client systems are operating at peak performance, responding to service calls, and performing preventative maintenance to minimize downtime. This position offers a blend of hands‑on work at client locations and potential for remote planning and reporting, contributing to the robust operational backbone of our client's service offerings in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission new equipment at client sites according to technical specifications.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and software issues encountered in the field.
• Respond promptly to emergency service calls and resolve issues efficiently to minimize client disruption.
• Provide basic training to clients on equipment operation and routine upkeep.
• Maintain accurate service logs and reports, detailing work performed and parts used.

Requirements

• Proven experience in equipment installation and maintenance, preferably within the (Specific Industry, e.g., industrial machinery, telecommunications) sector.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and testing equipment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work autonomously in a field environment.
• Good communication and customer service skills.