Machine Technician Industrial Laundry Equipment

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment servicing company is seeking a skilled Machine Technician to install, service, and repair industrial laundry equipment in Cape Town. The role involves hands-on work requiring strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, particularly with inverters and PLC-controlled systems. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and a valid Driver's Licence. This position is field-based, requiring travel to customer sites. Competitive salary of R38,000 per month offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a machine technician in an industrial environment.
• Valid Driver's Licence is essential for this field-based role.
• Proficient in fault finding and commissioning of inverters and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission industrial laundry equipment at customer sites.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical breakdowns using structured approaches.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical aptitude

Client communication

Education

Trade Test in Electrical/Fitting & Turning/Millwright

Tools

PLC systems (Omron, Delta)

Inverters (VSDs)

Job description

Machine Technician – Industrial Laundry Equipment

Salary: R38,000 per month
Location: Brackenfell (field-based servicing in Cape Town and surrounding areas)

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Machine Technician to install, commission, service, and repair industrial laundry equipment at client sites. This is a hands‑on, field‑based role requiring strong fault‑finding across electrical and mechanical systems, with solid experience in inverters (VSDs) and PLC‑controlled equipment (Omron and Delta).

The successful candidate will be customer‑facing, safety‑focused, and capable of working independently while delivering a high standard of technical service.

Key Responsibilities

Installation, Commissioning & Upgrades

• Install and commission industrial laundry equipment at customer sites (washers, dryers, ironers/rollers, finishing lines, conveyors, and related systems).
• Confirm site readiness, including electrical supply, water/drainage, ventilation, and steam/air where applicable.
• Configure machine settings and ensure correct operation according to OEM standards.
• Perform machine upgrades and retrofits, including control system and inverter‑related improvements.

Service, Maintenance & Repairs

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections to minimize downtime.
• Service and replace mechanical components such as bearings, seals, belts, motors, couplings, pumps, gearboxes, and drive systems.
• Service electrical components, including contactors, relays, sensors, safety circuits, wiring, control panels, motors, and VSDs.
• Complete quality checks and conduct full testing after repairs.

Fault Finding & Diagnostics (Core Focus)

• Diagnose electrical and mechanical breakdowns using a structured troubleshooting approach.
• Identify root causes, carry out corrective repairs, and recommend preventative actions.
• Work confidently with inverters/VSDs, including parameter checks, resets, fault interpretation, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot PLC‑related faults (basic diagnostics and I/O checks) on Omron and Delta systems.

Controls & Automation Exposure

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and basic control logic.
• Diagnose faults related to PLC I/O, sensors, actuators, interlocks, safety switches, and sequencing.
• Assist with controller‑related fault resolution and escalated complex programming issues when required.

Customer Support & Reporting

• Communicate clearly with customers regarding faults, solutions, and preventative recommendations.
• Complete accurate service reports/job cards, including parts used, time spent, and test results.
• Maintain good housekeeping, safe work practices, and professional conduct on‑site.

Minimum Requirements (Non‑Negotiable)

• Trade Test (Electrical and/or Fitting & Turning / Millwright / Electromechanical equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a machine/equipment technician (industrial environment preferred).
• Valid Driver's Licence (essential – field‑based role).
• Proven experience with:
  • Inverters / VSDs (fault finding and commissioning)
  • PLCs: Omron and Delta (diagnostics and fault finding)
• Ability to work independently and travel to client sites.

Advantageous / Preferred

• Experience working on industrial laundry equipment (washers, dryers, ironers, folders/finishers).
• Strong electrical panel wiring and electrical fault‑finding skills.
• Experience with sensors, encoders, safety circuits, motor control, and industrial troubleshooting tools.
• Strong client‑facing communication skills and service‑oriented mindset.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills
• Solid electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to interpret diagrams and technical manuals quickly
• Good time management and reliability
• Professional communication and customer service skills
• Safety‑first mindset (lockout/tagout, isolation, PPE)

Working Conditions

• Field‑based work across client sites in Cape Town and the surrounding areas.
• Overtime and occasional after‑hours work may be required depending on service demands.
• Physical role involving tools, lifting, and working around heat/steam/hot surfaces (site dependent).