Agricultural Diesel Mechanic (Tractors & Harvesters)

The long-distance trucking fleet in Polokwane needs a trade-tested diesel mechanic for workshop and field work. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll be based at a long-distance trucking fleet in Polokwane. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Carry out pre-roadworthy checks before the vehicle goes for COF testing
• Repair hydraulics on tippers, cranes and tail-lifts
• Inspect tyres, fifth wheels and kingpins for wear and damage
• Repair gearboxes, differentials and clutches on heavy vehicles
• Overhaul brake systems, including air valves, chambers and slack adjusters

• Experience with electronic diagnostics on modern diesel engines
• Physically fit for work under trucks and on pits
• Diesel mechanic trade test certificate
• Willing to do standby and roadside call-outs
• Solid understanding of air brake systems

• Brand-specific heavy vehicle courses
• Auto electrical skills

• Heavy-duty tools supplied by the workshop
• Overtime available most weeks
• Standby and call-out allowance

• Mention roadside or field experience. Many fleets need mechanics who can work alone at a breakdown.
• List the truck and engine types you have worked on, including electronic systems. Fleet managers screen for those.