Technician jobs in South Africa

• Must be a Qualified Electrician / Fitter / Millwright
• Must have a minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar environment.
• Matric Certificate.
• Minimum of a N4 Technical Certificate.
• Must demonstrate the ability to be a keen learner with a “make it happen” attitude.
• Must be a fast learner and must be able to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

With respect to Installations a Technician is required to:

• Secure the machine to the floor- in some cases concrete work is required
• Connect the machine electrically to-220 volt and 380 Volt (mostly 380V)
• Connect the machine to the water supply – basic plumbing required
• Connect the machine to the main drain system-Basic plumbing required
• Connect the machine to air ventilation system or to provide an exhaust solution
• Connect the machine to gas or steam supply
• Program and setting of machines according to customers needs and provide training on the operation and maintenance of the machine
• Complete all relevant paperwork i.e. invoice, job and time sheets

With respect to repairs on equipment the Technician is required:

• Identify electrical/ =electronic faults through a process of fault finding
• Ability to read wiring diagrams is therefore essential as well as the ability to program and operate microprocessors which are fitted to the majority of the machines
• replace faulty electrical/electronic components/parts once the problem/s has been identified – parts such as motors, timers, micro-processors, inlet-valves, drain valves, door switches, micro-switches, contactors, elements and transformers are examples of parts which fail on industrial equipment
• Quote on repairs i.e. labour and parts which are required to repair the machineIdentify when bearings need replacement (more of a mechanical requirement)
• Replace bearings when needed. This area requires extensive training (Mechanical requirement)
• Repair gas and steam heated equipment – this is not essential, but it will be an added advantage as about 5-10% of the supplied equipment in the field uses gas and/or steam as a heating source

With respect to Servicing of the equipment the Technician is required:

• Give the machine a general clean
• Inspection and test components and parts for correct operation
• Test all safety devices on the machine
• Give a complete report on the condition of the machine and provide a recommendation for the corrective action if required

Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience

Company vehicle is provided for travelling, Company Cell Phone with deductions for personal calls, annual performance bonus-similar to a 13th cheque, but performance based, Medical Aid on 50/50 basis, Pension fund contribution by the company of 4,5% and 2% by the employee, Life Insurance Cover – equivalent to 2 years annual salary.

Working hours: 07h30 to 16h30 Monday to Friday (45 hours per week). It might be necessary to work overtime from time to time.