Description:
Lereko Volvo Trucks Polokwane currently has a vacancy for a Diagnostic Technician , reporting to the Service Manager. The primary purpose of this position is to repair Trucks according to dealer/Volvo SA Franchise standards and specifications in the most productive way.
A diagnostic technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles, providing leadership to junior technicians, and ensuring high-quality service.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and Repair : Accurately diagnose vehicle issues and perform repairs on various systems, including engines, brakes, and electrical systems.
- Maintenance : Conduct routine maintenance to ensure vehicles operate efficiently and safely.
- Leadership : Provide guidance and training to junior technicians, overseeing their work and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Customer Service : Interact with customers to explain repairs and maintenance needs, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Documentation : Maintain accurate records of repairs, services performed, and parts used, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Advise Management prior to fitting any major parts outside the norm for routine servicing/repair
- Obtain technical information from Service Foreman on problem jobs
- Adhere strictly to technical specifications as laid down by manufacturer, or as instructed by Management
- Adhere to laid down workshop policies and procedures
- Note the description of all work performed on the back of Repair Order if required
- All warranty replaced parts to be tagged according to laid down rules, and handed to Parts department
- Ensure all oils and parts used are booked out on Repair Order
- Ensure vehicle is kept as clean as possible, and use all protective items supplied
- Ensure work bay is kept safe, clean and tidy
- Ensure time started and completed are entered on Repair Order (Clocking)
- Report any faulty and / or broken equipment is reported to management
- Ensure all special tools and equipment are used with utmost care
- To possess a complete set of tools, as per distributor requirements, and maintain in good working order
- Ensure a neat appearance at all times - overalls to be changed after heavy repairs
- Maintain cordial relationship with workshop staff
- Training as per HQS Requirements
- Standby and after hours servicing as per Service Foreman arrangements
- Accept responsibility for apprentices/helpers and impart through training/explanation/practice, the necessary skills required to perform the job correctly, and thereafter to inspect /monitor the work and rectify any problems
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Matric/Senior Certificate or equivalent (NQF4)
- Diesel Truck Technician Qualification (Trade Test Certificate)
- Diagnostic Technician Qualification completed will be an added advantage
- Three-year experience as a Diagnostic Technician
- Clear Criminal Record
- A Valid Driver’s License C1, EC will be an added advantage.
- Min 5 year experiences on Volvo truck .
Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Problem Solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer focused
- Interpersonal
- Practical management skills
If you have not been contacted within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Requirements:
- Diagnose and Repair : Accurately diagnose vehicle issues and perform repairs on various systems, including engines, brakes, and electrical systems.
- Maintenance : Conduct routine maintenance to ensure vehicles operate efficiently and safely.
- Leadership : Provide guidance and training to junior technicians, overseeing their work and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Customer Service : Interact with customers to explain repairs and maintenance needs, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Documentation : Maintain accurate records of repairs, services performed, and parts used, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Advise Management prior to fitting any major parts outside the norm for routine servicing/repair
- Obtain technical information from Service Foreman on problem jobs
- Adhere strictly to technical specifications as laid down by manufacturer, or as instructed by Management
- Adhere to laid down workshop policies and procedures
- Note the description of all work performed on the back of Repair Order if required
- All warranty replaced parts to be tagged according to laid down rules, and handed to Parts department
- Ensure all oils and parts used are booked out on Repair Order
- Ensure vehicle is kept as clean as possible, and use all protective items supplied
- Ensure work bay is kept safe, clean and tidy
- Ensure time started and completed are entered on Repair Order (Clocking)
- Report any faulty and / or broken equipment is reported to management
- Ensure all special tools and equipment are used with utmost care
- To possess a complete set of tools, as per distributor requirements, and maintain in good working order
- Ensure a neat appearance at all times - overalls to be changed after heavy repairs
- Maintain cordial relationship with workshop staff
- Training as per HQS Requirements
- Standby and after hours servicing as per Service Foreman arrangements
- Accept responsibility for apprentices/helpers and impart through training/explanation/practice, the necessary skills required to perform the job correctly, and thereafter to inspect /monitor the work and rectify any problems
- Matric/Senior Certificate or equivalent (NQF4)
- Diesel Truck Technician Qualification (Trade Test Certificate)
- Diagnostic Technician Qualification completed will be an added advantage
- Three-year experience as a Diagnostic Technician
- Clear Criminal Record
- A Valid Driver’s License C1, EC will be an added advantage.
- Min 5 year experiences on Volvo truck .
- Problem Solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer focused
- Interpersonal
- Practical management skills
20 Jan 2026;
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