Technician (Gqeberha)

Profile Personnel; Gqeberha; Sur place; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A vehicle tracking company seeks a Tracking Technician responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting vehicle tracking and telematics systems. The successful candidate will conduct electrical connections and technical support, requiring a valid South African driver's licence and a technical qualification. Paid training will be provided in Durban to familiarize with company systems, with a focus on customer service and adherence to safety standards. Secure parking at residence is also necessary.

Qualifications

• Valid South African driver's licence.
• Basic knowledge of motor vehicle electronics, specifically 12V and 24V DC systems.
• Willingness to attend technical training in Durban.
• Willingness to attend technical training in Durban.
• Tracking Industry experience advantageous but not essential as they will go to Durban for training.

Responsabilités

• Install vehicle tracking units, telematics devices, and associated hardware in various vehicles.
• Perform electrical connections to vehicle systems operating on 12V and 24V DC.
• Conduct fault finding and troubleshooting on tracking devices.
• Test installed equipment to ensure proper functionality and system communication.
• Complete installation documentation and service reports.
• Maintain company equipment, tools, and vehicles in good working order.
• Provide professional service and support to customers during installations or repairs.
• Adhere to company health, safety, and installation standards.
• Travel to customer sites to perform installations and technical support when required.

Connaissances

Technical aptitude

Electrical diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Time management

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Formation

Technical or electrical qualification (Motor Mechanic / Auto Electrician / Technical certificate)

Description du poste

Job Overview

The Tracking Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of vehicle tracking and telematics systems on various vehicle types. The role requires working with vehicle electrical systems and ensuring installations are performed according to company and manufacturer standards.

The successful candidate will receive technical training in Durban to gain knowledge of the company’s tracking technology and installation procedures.

Requirements

• Valid South African driver’s licence.
• Technical or electrical qualification (Motor Mechanic / Auto Electrician / Technical certificate).
• Basic knowledge of motor vehicle electronics, specifically 12V and 24V DC systems.
• Willingness to attend technical training in Durban.
• Tracking Industry experience advantageous but not essential as they will go to Durban for training.

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must have secure parking facilities at their residence, such as:
  • A lock-up garage, or
  • Walled-in premises suitable for storing company or pool vehicles overnight.

(Residential address will be requested during the later interview stages.)

Responsibilities

• Install vehicle tracking units, telematics devices, and associated hardware in cars, trucks, and fleet vehicles.
• Perform electrical connections to vehicle systems operating on 12V and 24V DC.
• Conduct fault finding and troubleshooting on tracking devices and vehicle electronic systems.
• Test installed equipment to ensure proper functionality and system communication.
• Complete installation documentation and service reports.
• Maintain company equipment, tools, and vehicles in good working order.
• Provide professional service and support to customers during installations or repairs.
• Adhere to company health, safety, and installation standards.
• Travel to customer sites to perform installations and technical support when required.

Skills

• Technical aptitude
• Electrical diagnostic skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer service orientation
• Time management
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

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.