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.


• 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:

• 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.