The position calls for a technician to install, repair and service all commercial and industrial laundry -and catering equipment distributed by the Group of Companies.
Product range and brands:
Machinery/equipment include, but is not limited to, industrial washing machines, tumble driers, ironing equipment and a range of industrial catering equipment such as ovens, fryers, cookers, fridges/freezers etc.
Requirements:
From years of experience, it is a proven fact that even the most experienced electricians/fitters require extensive training as the variety of equipment is quite extensive and we therefore are looking for "go getters" who is keen to learn and grow with the company. Candidates -
- Must be a Qualified Electrician/Fitter/Millwright.
- Have a minimum of 3 years' working experience in a similar
- Must have a Matric
- Have a minimum of an N4 Technical
- Must demonstrated the ability to be a keen learner with a "make it happen attitude".
- Must be a fast learner and must be able to work both independently and within a team
- Must possess good verbal and written communication
- Must have a valid driver's
Responsibilities:
Installations:
- Secure the machine to the floor - in some cases concrete work is
- Connect the machine electrically to - 220 Volt and 380 (Mostly 380V)
- Connect the machine to the water supply - Basic plumbing
- Connect the machine to the main drain system - Basic plumbing
- Connect the machine to an air ventilation system or to provide an exhaust
- Connect the machine to gas or steam
- Programming and setting of machines according to customers' needs and providing training on the operation and maintenance of the machine.
- Complete all relevant paperwork e. invoice and job sheets.
Repairs on equipment:
- To identify electrical/electronic faults through a process of fault finding. The ability to read wiring diagrams is therefore essential and most of the equipment's circuitry is basic stuff. Most of the machines are also fitted with diagnostic micro-processors which give error alarms and normally assist with the fault-finding process.
- To replace faulty electrical/electronic components/parts once the problem/s has been identified. Parts such as motors, timers, micro-processors, inlet valves, drain valves, door switches, micro-switches, contactors, elements and transformers are examples of parts which fail on industrial laundry equipment.
- To quote on repairs e. labour and parts which are required to repair the machine.
- To identify when bearings need (More of a mechanical requirement)
- To replace bearings when This area requires extensive training. (Mechanical requirement)
- To repair gas and steam heated equipment. This is not essential, but it will surely be an added advantage as only about 5-10% of equipment in the field uses gas and/or steam as a heating source.
Servicing of the equipment:
- To give the machine a general
- To inspect and test components and parts for correct
- To test all safety devices on the
- To give a complete report on the condition of the machine and provide a recommendation for corrective action if required.
Please note:
- Only candidates that meet the requirements will be considered and contacted within 2 weeks of application. By sending us you CV you give us permission to contact you.
- If you do not meet the criteria and require us to load you onto our database for future roles - Please advise and send through all relevant documentation.
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If you are earning more that the salary on offer then please do not apply.
** PLEASE NOTE ONLY CANDIDATES LIVING IN GEORGE OR THE SURROUNDING AREA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
