• Carry out a Preventative Maintenance Schedule for the company’s fleet of Trucks and Lift equipment in accordance with OEM standards.
• Ensures equipment is available for use by completing Preventive Maintenance schedules and conducting repairs and upgrades.
• Diagnoses, maintains, and repairs vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning etc.
• Maintains a Defect sheet for each vehicle.
• Follow up on vehicle damages and assist in root cause investigations.
• Test drives vehicles to ascertain issues before service and after; ensures all service jobs are completed to the required quality.
• Engages in continuous learning to stay abreast of developments/techniques in the automotive industry.
• Assists in training of junior mechanics / technicians.
• Ensures service equipment/tools are accounted for and in good/safe working condition.
• Ensures staff always maintain proper housekeeping and a safe working environment.
• Complies with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as and when required.

Key Knowledge & Experience:

• Must have exposure to service and repairs of Trucks and Caterpillar Lifts
• Must exhibit knowledge of Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehicles
• Flexibility to work shifts in line with business requirements
• Proactive approach to maintaining and improving fleet standards

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a NEC National Craftsman Certificate or Diploma in Auto and Diesel or Mechanical Craftsman or Craftsman Level in Mechatronics or equivalent training
• At least five (5) years’ experience in Automotive and Lift Equipment Repairs
• Computer Literate

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to oversee multiple projects concurrently to ensure successful and timely completion of same.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments
• Excellent critical-thinking skills.
• Proficient communication skills (written, oral and interpersonal).
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Solutions Oriented.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Class 4 driver's permit and Forklift Certification will be an asset.