Field Service Technician

The Timken Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of automated lubrication solutions is seeking a Qualified Field Service Technician in Gauteng, Johannesburg. In this role, you will master the installation and repair of lubrication systems across industries like mining and agriculture. Successful candidates will have at least a grade 12 qualification, trade certification, and 2-3 years of field service experience. This position involves significant travel and requires a valid driver’s license. Unleash your potential and apply now!

Qualifications

• Minimum grade 12 qualification required.
• Red Seal Fitter or Millwright trade certification is necessary.
• 2-3 years of field service experience with heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair automated lubrication systems in various industries.
• Translate technical manuals and blueprints accurately.
• Deliver stellar customer service during installations.

Skills

Customer engagement

Mechanical aptitude

Diplomacy and influencing skills

Automotive electrics

Education

Grade 12 qualification with Mathematics

Trade Certification: Red Seal Fitter

Lubrication Equipment Mechanic Artisan

Tools

Basic hand tools (drills, grinders, welding equipment)

Job description

What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 20,000 people in 46 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure in the world of cutting-edge automated lubrication solutions? Groeneveld-Beka is seeking exceptional individual to join us as Qualified Field Service Technician! The position is in the East Rand (Pomona Kempton Park

Purpose and Scope:

As a Groeneveld-Beka Field Service Technician, you will be at the forefront of innovation, mastering the installation and repair of automated lubrication systems in diverse industries including mining, industrial, agricultural, and truck & trailer segments. From bustling factories to rugged mine sites and expansive open fields, your skills will be put to the test in dynamic environments

Position Requirements:

• Dive deep into the intricate workings of mobile mining machines, understanding every bolt and gear.
• Translate technical manuals and blueprints with precision and finesse.
• Engage with customers like a pro, delivering top-notch service during installations.
• Thrive in autonomy, driving towards success with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience in a renowned American multinational company? That is a huge plus!
• Balance a strong personality with impeccable diplomacy and influencing skills.
• Embrace flexibility, with a readiness to travel up to 80% of the time and tackle unexpected challenges with gusto.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Bring a cheerful outlook and an insatiable appetite for learning to the table

Job Requirements:

• Hold a minimum grade 12 qualification with Mathematics (Math literacy will not qualify)
• Trade Certification: Red Seal Fitter, Millwright, or Lubrication Equipment Mechanic Artisan
• Lubrication Equipment Mechanic Artisan - trade qualification - will be advantageous and preferred.
• Bring 2-3 years of firsthand experience in field service with heavy machinery.
• Show mastery with basic hand tools like drills, grinders, and welding equipment – we will put your skills to the test!
• Understanding automotive electrics? Even better!
• Pass a rigorous fit-for-duty medical examination – we need you in top shape!
• Highlight your mechanical aptitude and spatial reasoning through psychometric assessments.
• This position is open to South Africa citizens only.
• Valid, unendorsed driver's license

Are you ready to take your career to exhilarating new heights? Join Groeneveld-Beka and become a part of our legacy of excellence! Apply now and unleash your potential!

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.