Specialist: Technician - Service | Motus Daimler Trucks Polokwane

Motus Daimler Trucks Polokwane

Specialist: Technician | Service

Motus Daimler Trucks Polokwane currently has a vacancy for a Specialist: Technician - Service, reporting to the Service Manager.

The primary purpose of this position is to repair Trucks and Buses according to dealer/distributor's standards and specifications in the most productive way.

As a technician, you are responsible for performing all kinds of service operations, defined assembly operations and maintenance repairs with the highest level of quality and efficiency.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Repair and servicing of vehicles according to dealer/distributor standards and within the flat rate
• Establish parts required for service/repair to be performed and ensure correct parts are ordered           
• Report to Service Foreman promptly on any additional work required               
• Obtain authorization prior to carrying out any additional work                          
• Advise Management prior to fitting any major parts outside the norm for routine servicing/repair
• Obtain technical information from Service Foreman on problem jobs                
• Adhere strictly to technical specifications as laid down by manufacturer, or as instructed by Management
• Adhere to laid down workshop policies and procedures                                      
• Note the description of all work performed on the back of Repair Order if required      
• Place all used parts in plastic bags, except oil & fuel filters, and place on passenger floor       
• All warranty replaced parts to be tagged according to laid down rules, and handed to Parts department   
• Ensure all oils and parts used are booked out on Repair Order                           
• Ensure vehicles are kept as clean as possible, and use all protective items supplied    
• Ensure work bay is kept safe, clean and tidy                                                         
• Ensure time started and completed are entered on Repair Order (Clocking)     
• Report any faulty and / or broken equipment is reported to management         
• Ensure all special tools and equipment are used with utmost care                     
• To possess a complete set of tools, as per distributor requirements, and maintain in good working order  
• Always ensure a neat appearance - overalls to be changed after heavy repair
• Maintain cordial relationship with workshop staff                                                
• Training as per HQS Requirements                                                                        
• Standby and after hours servicing as per Service Foreman arrangements        
• Accept responsibility for apprentices/helpers and impart through training/explanation/practice, the necessary skills required to perform the job correctly, and thereafter to inspect /monitor the work and rectify any problems                                                                   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric
• Three years’ experience as a qualified technician.
• Clear Criminal Record
• A Valid Driver’s License C1, EC will be an added advantage
• Diesel Truck Technician Qualification
  

Skills and Personal Attributes:      

• Problem Solving
• Attention to detail
• Customer focused
• Interpersonal
• Practical management skills

If you have not been contacted within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.