Diesel Technician

Our well known Commercial Vehicle Dealer client based in Klerksdorp is looking to employ a qualified Diesel Technician with Mercedes experience.

Job Description

Reporting to the Service Manager, this position requires someone who will ensure Customer Satisfaction in the service and repair of motor vehicles in a safe and economical manner

• Repair / service vehicles according to instructions in job cards and in terms of manufacturer’s specifications, Service and Maintain the following: Assemble, dismantle, fit, inspect, install, remove and repair mechanical systems, components or sub-components Inspect, replace and top-up vehicle system fluids

• Report to Control any additional work required on the vehicle

• Report to Control if vehicle will not be ready on time

• Obtain authorization before ordering parts, outwork, etc. from Service Advisor and Foreman

• Ensure that the daily time ticket and the full story is entered in the job card

• Delegate work to helpers / RSAs and check it

• Interpret and implement technical service instruction data

• Take good care of customer’s car and contents

• Ensure that seats covers and floor mats are in the customer vehicles that have been worked on

• Train on-the-job and control Apprentices

• Ensure up-to-date knowledge of products

• Attend manufacturer sponsored courses

• Keep work area clean and tidy

• Keep all Company tools and plant clean and in good order

• Use protective covers on vehicles

• Attend safety meetings

• Keep own overalls clean and tidy

• Sign out and in special tools and materials and ensure that they are used correctly

• Assist with the reception and delivery of goods

• Perform any other duty which may be required from time to time

Qualifications and Experience

• Must have at least a minimum of Grade 12

• Must be a qualified diesel technician

• Valid Driver’s License (code 10 minimum)

• Good customer orientation

• Good team player