Field Service Technician
Profile Personnel · Eastern Cape
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- A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to join their team. This role is suited to a qualified mechanic with strong experience servicing and maintaining forklifts and material-handling equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical, hydraulic and electrical maintenance and repairs on forklifts and related equipment.
- Diagnose and resolve technical faults efficiently and accurately.
- Conduct servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
- Interpret technical manuals, schematics and manufacturer specifications.
- Utilise appropriate diagnostic equipment and specialised tools.
- Ensure all work is completed according to required safety and quality standards.
- Provide professional technical support and service to customers.
- Maintain accurate work standards while working independently and managing scheduled tasks.
- Liaise with Parts, Rental, Service and Sales teams to ensure effective service delivery.
- Participate in standby duties and overtime when required.
Minimum Requirements
- Qualified Diesel and/or Petrol Mechanic with forklift/material-handling equipment experience, or Qualified Forklift Mechanic.
- 3–5 years' experience in mechanical, hydraulic and electrical maintenance relating to forklifts.
- Strong knowledge of auto-electrical systems.
- Trade Test Certificate – Mechanic.
- Valid forklift operator licence.
- Code 8 driver's licence.
- Strong diagnostic, problem-solving and technical skills.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams and technical documentation.
- Excellent English communication skills.
- Self-motivated, reliable and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence.
- Physically fit and able to perform the requirements of a hands-on field service role.
- Willingness to work standby and overtime when required.