Introduction:

Triton Fleet Management was established in 2013 as a result of the ever growing need within Triton Express to have a stand-alone fleet solution to service the business.

Description:

Triton Fleet Management was established in 2013 as a result of the ever growing need within Triton Express to have a stand-alone fleet solution to service the business.

The Diesel Mechanic position has become available at Triton Express Johannesburg, reporting to the Workshop Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Servicing and repairing heavy commercial vehicles & trailers as per OEM Spec.

• • Good Knowledge of Volvo, Scania, Isuzu, Merc, UD Trucks & Commercial Trailers.

• • Strong Diagnostics / fault finding and repairing vehicles skills.

• • Replacing faulty components as per OEM requirements.

• • Knowledge of which OEM special tools to be used to carry out repairs.

• • Must be conversant with diagnostic and fault-finding equipment. Laptops, Multimeters etc.

• • Attending to the overhauling and replacements of engines, gearboxes and differentials and related components.

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  • Inspecting and checking vehicles and reporting all defects to management.

• • Having good experience in welding, repairing bodywork of trucks and trailers, preparation & spray painting.

• • Good mechanical, electrical and electronic knowledge and experience and fault finding.

• • Servicing, maintaining and fault finding on hydraulic components and systems.

• • Good Knowledge of all types of trailers, fitted with air suspensions and Air Brakes.

• • Good Knowledge of air brake systems & air over hydraulic brakes diagnosing and repairing of problems.

• • Attending to breakdowns, diagnosing and repairing vehicles onsite. (where possible).

• • Willing to work extended hours and overtime on short notice, as well as weekends and being on standby 24 /7 at times.

• • Workstation should always be kept clean and safe.

• • Adherence to legislation, OSHA, National Road Traffic Act and Company policies and procedures

• • Working knowledge of tyres and tyre failures.

Requirements:

REQUIREMENTS:

• • Grade 12 minimum (Matric).

• • Certified Diesel Mechanic – Trade Certificate preferably 10 years post trade test experience.

• • Preferably trade / apprenticeship done at a recognized Franchised OEM Truck Dealership.

• • Training courses with OEMs will be advantages.

• • Preferably minimum of 5 years’ experience working on Volvo, Mercedes and Scania, UD and Isuzu trucks including breakdowns.

• • Ability to use a laptop to diagnose vehicles.

• • Unendorsed driver’s license- preferrable code 14 / EC type license.

• • Valid PDP.

• • Ability to work under pressure.

• • Ability to work unsupervised majority of the time.

• • Ability to communicate both verbally and written on all levels – both internally and externally.

• • Ability to work as a team player.

• • Good time management – meeting specific deadlines.

• • Attention to detail always – accuracy.

• • Self-motivated, helpful and putting Company Interest First.

• • Reliable, dependable and honesty.

• • Presentable and professional, friendly, helpful, as you’ll be in contact with our customers and suppliers.

• • Own reliable transport to and from work.

• Own fully equipped toolbox with own tools and testing equipment i.e. multimeter, torque wrenches etc.

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