Job Description
The Mechanic is responsible for the day to day handling of repairs, overhauls, maintenance and servicing of trucks.
The Mechanic reports directly to the Workshop Foreman.
Duties and Responsibilities
Engine overhauls including overhead adjustments, engine brake installations and adjustments and fitting engine accessories and repairs;
Trouble shooting including use of E-Checks, fit and adjust EPS, Rev counter sensor VSS, assessment of failure using the multi-meter and fitting ECM and electrical measurements;
Clutch installation and removal including gearbox and differential unit;
Attending to pneumatics and hydraulic problems;
Carry out brake overhaul;
Preparing horse/ trailer for COF at VID;
Conducting general maintenance and service of trucks;
Gearbox and differential trouble shooting and minor repairs;
Gear and front suspension repairs;
Carry out certification of fitness inspections and repairs;
Attending to vehicle breakdown;
Perform other tasks as may be required by the Workshop Foreman and/ or WS Technical Manager and/or his deputy.
Skills
Good inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team;
Display high levels of responsibility and accountability;
Hard worker, with high levels of energy and self-motivation;
Planning and Organization Skills;
Decision making skills;
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates
Show interest in developing direct reports;
Ensuring compliance with the Health, Safety, Environmental & Security and Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption policies for yourself and any of your direct reports;
Qualifications and Experience
Academic Background: Apprenticeship/ Class one Mechanic;
Experience required (minimum/maximum): 3-5 years
