MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
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Job Duties:
- Carry out inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of excavators and related heavy equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical system faults.
- Inspect excavator engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems and undercarriage components.
- Conduct testing and fault diagnosis using appropriate diagnostic and testing equipment.
- Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical wiring diagrams and technical service manuals.
- Identify root causes of equipment faults and recommend appropriate repair solutions.
- Perform preventive maintenance and ensure equipment is in safe and proper working condition.
- Provide technical support at work sites, including equipment inspection and breakdown troubleshooting when required.
- Coordinate and provide technical guidance to other technicians where necessary.
- Maintain proper records of inspections, repairs and maintenance activities.
Requirements:
- Relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering or a related field.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in excavator repair and maintenance.
- Strong hands-on experience with excavator engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems and undercarriage components.
- Good knowledge of hydraulic pressure, hydraulic flow, pumps, valves and hydraulic motors.
- Good understanding of engine performance and engine-hydraulic system operation.
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical, sensor and control-system faults.
- Ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics, electrical wiring diagrams and technical manuals.
- Familiarity with diagnostic and testing equipment.
- Good knowledge of excavator components, common failure modes and repair methods.
- Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
- Able to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
- Good communication, planning and organisational skills.
- Willing to travel to work sites for inspection, troubleshooting and breakdown support when required.