Richards Bay: Commercial Vehicle Qualified Diesel Technician – Richards Bay, KZN posted by Select Motor Recruitment

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Commercial Vehicle Qualified Diesel Technician to join our team in Richards Bay, KZN. As a key member of our maintenance department, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our fleet vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Determines vehicle condition through conducting inspections and tests, identifying worn and damaged parts
• Repairs vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems
• Complies with regulations of vehicle requirements by testing engine and safety
• Maintains vehicle records by documenting services and repairs
• Keeps workshop equipment in working order, following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs
• Limit costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options
• Ensure supplies are ready by placing orders, verifying receipt
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job
• Provide technical guidance / support for other technicians in service department
• Housekeeping, make sure that the cleanliness of the workplace, tools and equipment
• Assist with routine non-mechanical / non-electrical and small repairs
• Maintain a daily flow of quality and accurate written records and other paperwork for invoices record purposes
• Ensure the highest standard of courtesy, client service and integrity when interacting with customers, colleagues and members of the public
• Perform workshop related work as required and any other duties required by Management

Requirements

• Qualified Diesel Technician
• Minimum of 3-5 years truck maintenance & repair experience as a diesel technician in a commercial vehicle dealership environment
• Experience on various brands
• Strong diagnostic skills
• Must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and understand the operation of Mechanical, Electrical equipment and to repair the same
• Valid driver’s license (Code 10 will be a bonus)
• Excellent Time keeping & Attendance
• Own Transport

Salary & Benefits

Not specified