Field Service Technician

Jbt; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT offers an opportunity for a qualified Service Technician in Hoedspruit, Limpopo. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting citrus processing equipment, requiring strong technical skills and exceptional customer service. Join a leading company in the food processing industry with a collaborative culture and growth potential.

Benefits

Medical aid (optional)

Pension fund

Income protection cover

Group Life cover

13th Cheque

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years mechanical and basic electrical experience.
• Knowledge of imperial and metric measurements is essential.
• Product knowledge and experience with food machinery is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on citrus processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Qualified Trade Test: Millwright or Fitter

Tools

Pneumatic skills

Hydraulic skills

Calibration skills

Job description

Overview ...

JBT has an opportunity for a Service Technician to join our team based in Hoedspruit, Limpopo (South Africa)

Reporting to our Service Manager, as Service Technician you will be responsible for service and maintenance of leased equipment at our customers' site in Hoedspruit .

The Opportunity ...

We are seeking a Qualified, skilled and dedicated Field Service Technician to join our team based in Hoedspruit, Limpopo (South Africa).

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of citrus processing equipment at our customer's site. This role requires a strong technical background and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

You will work closely with your Service Manager and the Sa les D epartment to ensure g ood communication from the customer site to JBT Head office.

Previous experience as a Service Technician would be valuable and someone with foundational skills and a keenness to learn our equipment is necessary ! Finally, you may use your expertise to help install new JBT equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on citrus processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Provide technical support and training to customers.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of service activities and parts inventory.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Qualified Trade Test: Millwright or Fitter
• Minimum 3 years mechanical and basic electrical experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of imperial and metric measurements are essential.
• Product knowledge and previous experience working with food machinery is essential .
• Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Calibration skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Instrumentation reading ability.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Drivers licence.

Why work at JBT ...

Our benefits include ...

• Medical aid (optional)

• Pension fund

• Income protection cover

• Group Life cover

• 13th Cheque

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About JBT Marel ...

JBT Marel is an international market leading company in the global food processing industry. We have offices in more than 25 countries all over the world. We are growing both organically and by acquisitions and are continuously looking for new employees that want to grow with us! We offer you the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus a collaborative working environment where your individuality, imagination and talent will be recognized and rewarded.

Our benefits include ...

• Medical aid (optional)

• Pension fund

• Income protection cover

• Group Life cover

• 13th Cheque

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About JBT Marel ...

JBT Marel is an international market leading company in the global food processing industry. We have offices in more than 25 countries all over the world. We are growing both organically and by acquisitions and are continuously looking for new employees that want to grow with us! We offer you the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus a collaborative working environment where your individuality, imagination and talent will be recognized and rewarded.

We are seeking a Qualified, skilled and dedicated Field Service Technician to join our team based in Hoedspruit, Limpopo (South Africa).

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of citrus processing equipment at our customer's site. This role requires a strong technical background and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

You will work closely with your Service Manager and the Sa les D epartment to ensure g ood communication from the customer site to JBT Head office.

Previous experience as a Service Technician would be valuable and someone with foundational skills and a keenness to learn our equipment is necessary ! Finally, you may use your expertise to help install new JBT equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on citrus processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Provide technical support and training to customers.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of service activities and parts inventory.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Qualified Trade Test: Millwright or Fitter
• Minimum 3 years mechanical and basic electrical experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of imperial and metric measurements are essential.
• Product knowledge and previous experience working with food machinery is essential .
• Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Calibration skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Instrumentation reading ability.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Drivers licence.