Diesel Mechanic (Heavy Commercial Trucks)

Keep trucks on the road and earning at the municipal bus depot in Epping. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll report in Epping. Relocation is not covered for this one. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Service trucks and trailers on the planned maintenance schedule
• Record parts used and hours worked on the fleet system
• Carry out pre-roadworthy checks before the vehicle goes for COF testing
• Overhaul brake systems, including air valves, chambers and slack adjusters
• Repair gearboxes, differentials and clutches on heavy vehicles
• Diagnose electronic engine faults with a heavy-duty diagnostic laptop
• Attend roadside breakdowns in the service truck

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

• Hydraulic systems training
• PrDP for road tests with loaded vehicles

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

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