Industrial Field Technician

About the position

JOB TITLE: Industrial technician General Summary: The position calls for a technician to install, repair and service all industrial Catering & Laundry equipment distributed by company.

 

CORE FUNCTIONS:
•Install and provide operating training on industrial laundry and catering equipment.
•Prepare quotations and repair industrial laundry and catering equipment.
•Carry out routine maintenance on industrial laundry and catering equipment.

 

DETAILS OF FUNCTION:
1) With respect to Installations a technician is required to:
•Secure the machine to the floor – in some cases concrete work is required.
•Connect the machine electrically to – 220 Volt and 380 Volt. (Mostly 380V)
•Connect the machine to the water supply – Basic plumbing required.
•Connect the machine to the main drain system – Basic plumbing required.
•Connect the machine to air ventilation system or to provide an exhaust solution.
•Connect the machine to gas or steam supply.
•Program and setting of machine according to customers needs and provide training onthe operation and maintenance of the machine.
•Complete all relevant paperwork i.e. invoice and job sheets.


2) With respect to repairs on equipment the technician is required:
•To identify electrical/electronic faults through a process of fault finding. The ability toread wiring diagrams is therefore essential and most of the equipment’s circuitry isreally 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 beenidentified. Parts such as motors, timers, micro-processors, inlet valves, drain valves,door switches, micro-switches, contactors, elements and transformers are examples ofparts which fail on industrial laundry equipment.
•To quote on repairs i.e. labour and parts which are required to repair the machine.
•To identify when bearings need replacement. (More of a mechanical requirement)
•To replace bearings when needed. 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.

 

3) With respect to servicing of the equipment the technician is required:
•To give the machine a general clean.
•To inspection and test components and parts for correct operation.
•To test all safety devices on the machine.
•To give a complete report on the condition of the machine and provide a recommendation for corrective action if required.

 

REPORTING:
•Reports directly to the Branch Manager.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
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 environment.
•Must have a Matric Certificate.
•Have a minimum of an N4 Technical certificate.
•Must demonstrated the ability to be a keen learner with a “make it happen attitude”.
•Must be fast learner and must be able to work both independently and within a team environment.
•Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
•Must have valid driver’s license.

HOURS OF WORK AND SALARY PACKAGE:
•Working hours 8h00 to 16h30 Monday to Friday. From time to time it might be required to attend in store promotions on Saturdays or trade shows.
•Company vehicle is provide for travelling to work and home and for the use of business purposes only
•Annual performance bonus – similar to a 13th Cheque but performance based.
•Medical Aid on 50/50 basis – Discovery
•Pension fund
•Free Life Insurance
•15 Days Annual leave – 20 Days after year 5.

Desired Skills:

• Electrical Maintenance
• Electrician
• Repairs