Senior Field Technician - Electrical Systems

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Senior-level salary

Technical mentorship

Advanced remote tools training

Innovation culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Field Technician - Electrical Systems to join their team. The role is fully remote, supporting installations and maintenance primarily around Stellenbosch, Western Cape, with remote guidance and oversight from a senior standpoint.

You will mentor junior technicians, lead virtual troubleshooting, and collaborate with engineering to improve system performance through remote observations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Field Technician with electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues remotely.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills for virtual guidance.
• Excellent communication and presentation of technical information.
• Familiarity with remote diagnostic tools and virtual collaboration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced remote technical assistance and diagnostics.
• Lead virtual troubleshooting sessions for clients and junior technicians.
• Develop remote support protocols and technical documentation.
• Conduct remote quality assurance checks and provide feedback.
• Mentor and train field technicians remotely.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for insights based on remote observations.

Skills

Electrical systems expertise

Remote diagnostics

Leadership & mentoring

Communication skills

Independent remote work

Tools

Electrical schematics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Field Technician - Electrical Systems to join their innovative team, operating remotely to support installations and maintenance primarily around the Stellenbosch, Western Cape region. This senior role involves providing expert-level remote guidance, complex troubleshooting, and technical oversight for intricate electrical installations and systems. You will be instrumental in mentoring junior technicians and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery through virtual support. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute expertise remotely while shaping best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced remote technical assistance and diagnostics for complex electrical systems and installations.
• Lead virtual troubleshooting sessions, guiding clients and junior technicians through intricate problem-solving processes.
• Develop and refine remote support protocols and technical documentation for electrical installations.
• Conduct quality assurance checks remotely and provide feedback on installation quality and compliance.
• Mentor and train field technicians remotely, sharing expertise and best practices in electrical system maintenance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to provide insights on system performance and potential improvements based on remote observations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Field Technician with a specialization in electrical systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex electrical issues remotely.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and train others virtually.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, adept at conveying complex technical information.
• Proficiency with remote diagnostic tools, virtual collaboration platforms, and electrical schematics.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple complex cases in a remote setting.

Benefits

• A highly competitive senior-level salary.
• The flexibility and convenience of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunities to lead technical initiatives and shape service standards.
• Access to advanced remote support technologies and training programs.
• A forward-thinking company culture that embraces remote collaboration and technical excellence.