Service Technician

Overview

Service Technician is responsible for the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical and / or electrical aspects of underground and surface mining equipment and components according to defined specifications and is also responsible for new equipment commissioning and training at customer sites.

Responsibilities:

• Inspecting equipment for proper performance and determining faults and malfunctions
• Adjusting equipment & repairing/replacing defective parts components or systems according to the scope of work to restore equipment to original manufacture specifications
• Testing repaired equipment to ensure proper operational performance
• Completing accurate time records, technical reports, failure reports, and parts lists.
• Staying current with the industry, customer, product developments, and technical best practices
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• Complying with SMRT safety policies and identifying/reporting any unsafe work habits
• Maintaining hand tools and equipment to ensure safe operation
• Other duties as assigned by the Manage

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Electrical Field and Experience in Heavy Duty Equipment  (or equivalent)
• At least5 years’ related experience with mining equipment (surface and underground)
• Previous experience with Sandvik equipment would be an added advantage
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical issues with mining equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Ability and willingness to work varied shifts (as required)