Junior Technical Engineer

Pollock & Associates; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Pollock & Associates in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Technical Engineer to repair and support electronic equipment at the component level, with some installations and site visits.

You will own tasks from repair to documentation, work under the Technical Manager, and contribute to safe practice and neat records.

Applicants should have Matric, 2+ years repairing digital/RF gear, a valid driver's license, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12); a second language is advantageous
• Minimum 2 years repairing digital and/or RF equipment to component level
• Valid driver’s licence and your own reliable transport
• You stay calm and courteous with customers, even under pressure
• You work through shifting priorities with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Component-level electronic and mechanical repairs, done neatly and on time
• Installation support, from consultation to hands-on fitting
• Configuring and testing sales demonstration equipment
• Accurate job records, good housekeeping and safe practice

Skills

Customer service

Pressure handling

Problem solving

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

SMD soldering

Job description

Junior Technical Engineer

Happiest with a soldering iron and a faulty circuit board? Here, the workbench is yours.

Join the Technical Workshop team of a well-established technology business, reporting to the Technical Manager. You will repair and support the electronic equipment customers rely on, with occasional installations and site visits.

What you will own

• Component-level electronic and mechanical repairs, done neatly and on time


• Installation support, from consultation to hands-on fitting


• Configuring and testing sales demonstration equipment


• Accurate job records, good housekeeping and safe practice

What you bring

• Matric (Grade 12); a second language is advantageous


• Minimum 2 years repairing digital and/or RF equipment to component level


• Valid driver’s licence and your own reliable transport


• You stay calm and courteous with customers, even under pressure


• You work through shifting priorities with minimal supervision

Your technical toolkit

• SMD component soldering


• Windows, Microsoft Office and application software


• Label printing software and WLAN exposure