On-Site Field Service Technician: Equipment Expert

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools provided and service vehicle

Specialized training on equipment

Growth opportunities in service dept.

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our client’s team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This on-site role covers installation, maintenance, repair, and service of specialized industrial equipment at customer sites, with travel within the region.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, perform preventive maintenance, provide basic training, keep accurate service records, and ensure safety policies are followed.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or apprenticeship in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• 2+ years' field service or hands-on technical experience.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics and blueprints.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within Nelspruit/Mpumalanga region.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission on-site new equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Repair and replace faulty components.
• Respond to emergency service calls.
• Provide basic training to customers on operation and maintenance.
• Maintain service records and parts inventory.
• Communicate findings and service activity with customers.
• Adhere to safety policies on customer premises.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Education

Technical qualification or apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our client’s team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This on-site role covers installation, maintenance, repair, and service of specialized industrial equipment at customer sites, with travel within the region.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, perform preventive maintenance, provide basic training, keep accurate service records, and ensure safety policies are followed.