Forklift Technician Pietermaritzburg

The Recruitment Guy (Pty) Ltd; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking experienced Forklift Technicians for field service and workshop roles. The position requires servicing forklifts and conducting diagnostics to ensure operational standards are met. Candidates should have relevant trade tests, experience, and be prepared for local employment in Pietermaritzburg. Full company benefits are included.

Benefits

Full Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Min 3-5 years' experience on electrical or internal combustion forklifts.
• Code 8 driver's licence required.
• Valid forklift operator licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Servicing material handling equipment and maintaining forklift serviceability.
• Accurate diagnosis of equipment breakdowns and advising necessary repairs.
• Maintain operational data/history for vehicles.

Skills

Prioritizing skills

Multi-tasking skills

Ability to read schematics

Ability to utilize diagnostic equipment

Work under extreme pressure

Sober habits

High energy levels

Good health

Education

Forklift Trade Test

Auto Electrical Trade Test

Diesel/Electrical Fitter Trade Test

Job description

Forklift Technicians (Field Service & Workshop)

Company: The Recruitment Guy (Pty) Ltd

Location: Pietermaritzburg, ZA

Industry: Forklift (Material Handling Field Service & Workshop)

Ref No.: [Insert Reference Number]

Salary: Market related + Full Company Benefits

Start Date: As soon as possible / Immediate (Negotiable)

We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Servicing of material handling equipment and maintaining forklift serviceability to specified standards and according to set procedures by delivering quality service/maintenance.
2. Perform accurate diagnosis/troubleshooting in the event of breakdown of equipment; communicate what repairs are needed by advising customer and/or supervisor.
3. Maintain vehicle maintenance and operational data/history by updating and communicating information that must go on record.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Forklift Trade Test OR Auto Electrical OR Diesel/Electrical Fitter Trade Test (Required)
• Min 3-5 years' experience on electrical OR internal combustion forklifts
• Code 8 driver's licence
• Valid forklift operator licence
• Min 3 years mechanical, hydraulic, and auto electrical systems experience pertaining to forklifts
• Available for standby/overtime as required by operation
• Prioritising and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, operations manuals, and manufacturer's specifications
• Ability to utilise diagnostic equipment and specialised tools
• Maintain work area in clean and orderly condition
• Ability to work under extreme pressure
• Sober habits
• High energy levels
• Good health (physically fit)

As this position is based in Pietermaritzburg, local residency is required before commencing employment.

Package & Remuneration

• Salary: Market related + Full Company Benefits
• Start Date: As soon as possible / Immediate (Negotiable)

Application Instructions

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CVs (in Word.doc format) via email to [Insert email address], referencing the job position and attaching relevant documentation such as:

• All tertiary and secondary qualifications
• Relevant professional memberships/partnerships
• Trade, training, and in-house certificates
• Relevant operating and vehicle/hardware/equipment licenses
• Previous employment references with contact details

Correspondence will be reserved for shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements. If you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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