Maintenance Technician urgently wanted: APPLY NOW

September 18, 2019

Pretoria, Gauteng
Full-time, Contract

Summary:

This position works as part of a team having responsibility for maintaining and restoring all equipment for the entire facility. Team member conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronics and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Also provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

Working in a diverse team towards a common goal.
Adjusting to the changing needs of a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Problem-solving and continuously improving safety, quality, and productivity.
Performing preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with standardized procedures.
Designing, assembling, and testing hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment and systems (involving circuits, relay logic, wiring, motors, servo drives, etc.)
Designing, fabricating, machining, and repairing jigs, fixtures and parts (metal, plastic, and wood) for projects, equipment repair, maintenance work orders, and machine modifications.
Writing, programming, troubleshooting, modifying and/or repairing programmable logic controllers, CNC machines, robotics, and other electronic equipment.
Troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment using standard and specialized hand/power tools.
Troubleshooting, replacing and/or repairing machine components including cylinders, pumps, motors, spindles, fixtures, slides, valves, gears, switches, and bearings.
Performing basic administrative skills including computer data entry and documentation of work performed by written and electronic methods.
Performing sling operation (with crane).

Qualifications

Documentation of an electrical degree, diploma, or certification of completion for studies of electricity or documentation of any state Journeyman’s Electrical License current or expired.
Three years industrial maintenance experience preferred, but one year minimum.
Available to work any shift including overtime, holidays, weekends, and shutdowns.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required.
Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge preferred, including motion/motor control, hydraulic/ pneumatic, programmable logic controllers, robotics, variable frequency drives, and precision mechanical assemblies.
Experience with CNC with FANUC and SIEMENS strongly desired.
Experience with FANUC and SIEMENS PLC’s strongly desired.

Experience with following machines and robots strongly desired: FICEP, PEDDINGHAUS, CORIMPEX

Being able to work at heights is a requirement for this position.
When applying for this position please visit and submit CV via email at www.leitasteel.co.za

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Experience:

Maintenance Technician: 1 year (Required)
electrical: 2 years (Preferred)

Location:

Pretoria, Gauteng (Preferred)