Industrial Field Technician

Profile Personnel; George; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in South Africa is seeking a skilled technician to install, repair, and service industrial equipment. The ideal candidate will be a qualified electrician or fitter with at least 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include installing machines, conducting repairs, and routine maintenance. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a valid driver's license. If you are interested, please apply via email.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar environment.
• Keen learner with a 'make it happen' attitude.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Install and provide training on industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/electronic faults.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Qualified Electrician / Fitter / Millwright

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Problem-solving skills

Education

Matric Certificate

N4 Technical Certificate

Job description

Role Purpose

The position calls for a technician to install, repair and service all commercial and industrial equipment distributed.

Core Functions

• Install and provide operating training on industrial equipment.
• Prepare quotations and repair industrial equipment.
• Carry out routine maintenance on industrial equipment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must be a Qualified Electrician / Fitter / Millwright.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar environment.
• Must have a Matric Certificate.
• Have a minimum of a N4 Technical Certificate.
• Must demonstrate the ability to be a keen learner with a “make it happen” attitude.
• Must be a fast learner and must be able to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

With respect to Installations a technician is required to:

• Secure the machine to the floor – in some cases concrete work is required.
• Connect the machine electrically to 220 V and 380 V (mostly 380 V).
• Connect the machine to the water supply – basic plumbing required.
• Connect the machine to the main drain system – basic plumbing required.
• Connect the machine to air ventilation system or provide an exhaust solution.
• Connect the machine to gas or steam supply.
• Program and set machines according to customer needs and provide training on the operation and maintenance of the machine.

Complete all relevant paperwork i.e. invoice, job and time sheets.

With respect to Repairs on equipment the technician is required:

• To identify electrical/electronic faults through a process of fault finding. The ability to read wiring diagrams is therefore essential as well as the ability to program and operate microprocessors which are fitted to the majority of the machines. These have diagnostics capabilities which give error alarms and normally assist with the fault‑finding process.
• To replace faulty electrical/electronic components/parts once the problem/s has been identified. Parts such as motors, timers, micro‑processors, inlet‑valves, drain valves, door switches, micro‑switches, contactors, elements and transformers are examples of parts which fail on industrial laundry equipment.
• To quote on repairs i.e. labour and parts which are required to repair the machine.
• To identify when bearings need replacement (more of a mechanical requirement).
• To replace bearings when needed. This area requires extensive training (mechanical requirement).
• To repair gas and steam heated equipment. This is not essential, but it will be an added advantage as about 5‑10% of the supplied equipment in the field uses gas and/or steam as a heating source.

With respect to Servicing of the equipment the technician is required:

• To give the machine a general clean.
• To inspect and test components and parts for correct operation.
• To test all safety devices on the machine.
• To give a complete report on the condition of the machine and provide a recommendation for the corrective action if required.

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Meriek Robinson at [e-mail]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.