Hybrid Heavy Equipment Technician – Bloemfontein

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician in Bloemfontein to ensure the uptime of a broad fleet of excavators, loaders, bulldozers and cranes.

You will perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance in a hybrid workshop/field setting, collaborating with operators and site managers to keep projects on schedule and equipment reliable across the Free State region.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician or Mechanic.
• Strong diagnostic skills in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics and repair guides.
• Experience with diagnostic equipment and heavy equipment repair tools.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule, including potential weekend or on-call duties.
• Valid driver’s license; heavy vehicle license preferred.
• Formal training or certification in heavy equipment mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive inspections and diagnostic tests on heavy construction equipment to identify mechanical and electrical issues.
• Conduct routine and scheduled preventative maintenance, including lubrication, fluid changes, and component checks.
• Repair and replace worn or faulty parts, including engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.
• Interpret technical manuals, service bulletins, and diagnostic readouts to guide repair procedures.
• Utilize specialized tools and equipment for diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of heavy machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment malfunctions efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Maintain detailed service records, including work performed, parts used, and time spent.
• Ensure all maintenance and repair activities comply with safety regulations and company standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Hydraulic diagnostics

Reading schematics

Diagnostic equipment use

Valid driver’s license

Education

Trade certificate in Heavy Equipment Mechanics

Mechanic apprenticeship

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Multimeters / electrical testing tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician in Bloemfontein to ensure the uptime of a broad fleet of excavators, loaders, bulldozers and cranes.

You will perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance in a hybrid workshop/field setting, collaborating with operators and site managers to keep projects on schedule and equipment reliable across the Free State region.