Diesel Mechanic/Mechanical Maintenance Techncian

We are looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic / Mechanical Maintenance Technician to carry our routine tests and preventative maintenance on diesel pump sets for sprinkler systems at client’s premises. Limited repairs may also be carried out from time to time. These responsibilities include performing regular inspections and preventative maintenance of diesel engines, pump sets and valves.

To be successful in the position offered you should have a practical mind, mechanical aptitude, and strong attention to detail. Ultimately, you should be able to ensure that machinery and equipment, that typically forms part of life-safety and property-safety systems, are in excellent operating condition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Performing routine preventative maintenance on diesel engines / diesel pump sets.

· Perform basic repairs of diesel engines,

· Inspect and test both electrical and diesel driven pump sets as well as control valves, valve packs and sprinkler systems,

· Perform routine control valve overhauls,

· Conduct Flow tests,

· Troubleshooting machinery and diesel engines and pump sets.

· Maintaining a clean and organized work area.

· Complying with health and safety procedures and protocols to ensure safe working environment,

· Reading, interpreting and following instructions and operation manuals.

· Maintaining a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.

· Cleaning, repairing and installing equipment and parts as needed.

· Operating a variety of hand and power tools.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

· Qualified Diesel Mechanic,

· 3 years of experience as Diesel Mechanic,

· Strong knowledge of diesel engines and other components, such as pump control panels,

· Experience in basic pump maintenance is preferable,

· Valid driver’s license with clean driving record,

· No criminal record,

· Matric preferable,

· Physically fit and in good health,

· Good troubleshooting skills,

· Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn on site,

· Knowledge of health and safety regulations,

· Ability to liaise with clients.

Zero tolerance policy is applied regarding drugs use, due to Health & Safety requirements at Clients premises.

Basic diesel mechanic background will be complemented with fire industry specifics that will be taught on appointment.

Should you meet the above minimum requirements please forward your CV to recruitment@atlascenta.co.za or reply to the ad with your CV attached.

Should you not receive feedback within the next 2 weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.

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