Heavy Equipment Technician

The Heavy Equipment Technician is responsible for carrying out repairs and maintenance work on heavy equipment and vehicles to ensure the highest possible run-time for company equipment.

Kemtek Development and Construction Limited seeks to hire suitable candidates to fill the following role within the company:

This company is an Industry Leader and requires the most skilled and passionate persons to join our team to assist in the growth expansion currently underway.

HEAVY DUTY TECHNICIAN

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and scheduled inspections on all mobile equipment using the HVI software.
• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on all mobile heavy equipment (Rubber wheel, Track type and Trucks).
• Ensure to always follow equipment manufacturer safe work guide and policy.
• Use HVI software to receive, populate and close work orders/requests. 
• Action received work orders.
• Use handheld devices (scan tools) and laptops to carry out diagnostic checks on all mobile heavy equipment.
• Carry out basic move and test procedure on all mobile heavy equipment to ensure repairs are done correctly.
• Carry out routine break down repairs.
• Carry out tyre change on rubber wheel equipment.
• Exercise diligent care to ensure that the appropriate tools, machinery and equipment are used to carry out job duties, such as using jacks/machines/equipment for heavy lifting, carrying items, cutting, etc. 
• Utilize the appropriate safety gears when carrying out job duties.
• Travel to various job sites to provide mechanical support.
• Provide mentoring and training for apprentice mechanics and mechanic helpers.
• Provide mechanical support for the Concrete Batching Plant whenever the need arises.
• Any other related duty that may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Leaving Certificate
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a similar position
• Technical knowledge of heavy duty vehicles and its repair/maintenance