Field Service Technician

Chainlink Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An international company in South Africa is looking for a qualified Field Service Technician. The ideal candidate will have a Trade Test Electrician qualification and 3-5 years of experience in electrical and mechanical fields. Responsibilities include responding to customer callouts, servicing equipment, and providing maintenance. A competitive salary package is offered, and strong technical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of electrical and mechanical experience post Grade.
• Strong experience with PLC maintenance and fault finding.
• Ability to perform under pressure and travel when needed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer callouts and field dispatches.
• Meet with customers to determine the nature of service or repair.
• Conduct routine equipment servicing in the field.
• Repair equipment and replace faulty parts.
• Install and test new equipment.
• Provide preventive equipment maintenance.
• Provide technical training on new equipment installations.
• Maintain equipment stock in the company vehicle.
• Complete job reports.

Skills

Electrical and Mechanical experience

PLC maintenance and fault finding

Computer literacy

Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatics and valves

Proficiency in Motor AC Drives

Education

Trade Test Electrician (Red seal)

Job description

Dynamic International company in Heidelberg, Gauteng is seeking the services of a Field Service Technician with the following qualifications:

• Trade Test Electrician (Red seal)
• 3 - 5 years Electrical and Mechanical experience Post Grade
• PLC experience in maintenance and fault finding.
• Computer literate
• Sound knowledge of mechanical, pneumatics and valves
• Motor AC Drives

Responsibilities

• Responding to customer callouts and field dispatches.
• Meeting with the customer to determine the nature of the service or repair.
• Conducting routine equipment servicing out in the field.
• Repairing equipment and replacing faulty parts.
• Installing and testing new equipment.
• Providing preventive equipment maintenance.
• Providing technical training on new equipment installations.
• Maintaining equipment stock in the company vehicle.
• Completing job reports.

The ideal person should have leadership qualities, be self-motivated, must be willing to work under pressure and travel. An attractive salary package is offered with benefits depending on experience.