Diesel Fitter (Forklift Fleet)

Keep trucks on the road and earning at the earthmoving plant hire company in Alberton. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

This post is Alberton-based, with most of your time spent at an earthmoving plant hire company.

• Repair hydraulics on tippers, cranes and tail-lifts
• Diagnose electronic engine faults with a heavy-duty diagnostic laptop
• Fault-find AdBlue and aftertreatment systems on newer engines
• Attend roadside breakdowns in the service truck
• Carry out pre-roadworthy checks before the vehicle goes for COF testing

• Physically fit for work under trucks and on pits
• At least 3 years on heavy commercial vehicles or plant
• Solid understanding of air brake systems
• Willing to do standby and roadside call-outs
• Code 14 licence so you can move and test trucks

• Brand-specific heavy vehicle courses
• Auto electrical skills

• Standby and call-out allowance
• Heavy-duty tools supplied by the workshop
• Provident fund and funeral cover

• Mention roadside or field experience. Many fleets need mechanics who can work alone at a breakdown.
• Your Code 14 is a big plus. Put it right below your name, not at the bottom of the CV.