Technician - GWK Mechanisation Operations (Douglas, Modderrivier, Barkley-West, Upington) at VKB Group

Job Description

Independently performs basic/complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer- and/or dealer-owned agricultural equipment.

Requirements

• Proven knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair of outdoor power equipment/agricultural equipment
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Grade 12 certificate
• Fully qualified diesel or tractor technician - Red Seal
• 5 Years John Deere equipment experience
• 8 Years relevant experience of agricultural equipment, if not 5 years experience of John Deere
• Willingness to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs basic/complex agricultural equipment and, determines what repairs are needed, if required
• Performs basic/complex agricultural equipment, as requested by the service manager or shop foreman
• Participates in all job-related training and development
• Prepares all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
• Maintains current product knowledge of John Deere and competitive products 
• Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipment

Skills

• Technical
• Physical
• Communication