Mechanical Technician

1 week ago

Durban, South Africa AfriMobility Solutions Full time

**Job Overview**:
**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Vehicle Maintenance & Repairs**
- Perform routine servicing and mechanical repairs on trucks, buses, and support vehicles.
- Diagnose and repair **engine, transmission, brake, steering, and suspension systems**.
- Troubleshoot and repair **electrical faults**, including wiring, lighting, and electronic controls.
- Conduct thorough **pre-trip inspections** to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

**2. Emergency Breakdown Support**
- Respond promptly to vehicle and equipment breakdowns within a **300km radius**.
- Perform on-site repairs or arrange for towing when necessary.
- Provide roadside assistance for **battery jump-starts, tire changes, and minor repairs**.

**3. Fabrication & Welding**
- Weld and fabricate **brackets, mounts, and structural reinforcements** for mobile units and support vehicles.
- Modify and install custom **storage solutions, workbenches, and internal fittings** in mobile offices and clinics.
- Repair and reinforce vehicle body structures as needed.

**4. Electrical Repairs & Installations**
- Conduct minor electrical repairs such as replacing **fuses, lights, wiring, and battery connections**.
- Assist in the installation and maintenance of **solar power systems, generators, and inverters** for mobile units.
- Install and test **GPS trackers, security locks, and electronic access systems**.

**5. Mobile Unit & Clinic Maintenance**
- Conduct regular inspections of mobile clinics and offices to ensure **plumbing, ventilation, and power systems** are fully functional.
- Maintain and repair **generators, air conditioning, and heating systems** for mobile units.
- Ensure that **workstations, seating, and storage compartments** in mobile offices remain in good working condition.

**6. Security & Compliance**
- Conduct **safety inspections** to ensure roadworthiness and regulatory compliance.
- Perform **risk assessments** before performing major repairs.
- Ensure all vehicles and mobile units meet **health and safety standards**.

**7. Inventory & Documentation**
- Maintain accurate **records of repairs, servicing, and parts replaced**.
- Ensure adequate stock of essential **spare parts, fluids, and consumables**.
- Provide detailed reports on completed work and escalate complex issues when necessary.

**8. Team & Customer Support**
- Liaise with **drivers, operators, and field staff** to schedule maintenance and urgent repairs.
- Train team members on **basic troubleshooting and first-response measures** for minor issues.
- Assist management with additional maintenance, repairs, or special projects as required.

**Requirements**:

- **Qualifications**: Technical certification in **automotive, heavy-duty vehicle mechanics, or a related field**.
- **Experience**: Minimum **2-3 years** in vehicle maintenance, preferably in the **bus or truck industry**.
- **Skills**:

- Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic troubleshooting ability.
- Proficiency in **welding, fabrication, and diagnostics**.
- Ability to **read and interpret technical manuals and schematics**.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- **Other**:

- **Valid driver’s license** (Code 10 or higher preferred).
- Ability to work **flexible hours**, including weekends and emergency call-outs.
- Physically capable of **lifting heavy components** and working in various weather conditions.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/06/30
Expected Start Date: 2025/07/01

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