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Technical Support Specialist

MCE Electric
Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

We are looking for:

We are looking for a motivated Technical Support Specialist to provide expert assistance for electrical products and systems. This role involves electrical fault-finding, testing & repairs and helping customers troubleshoot issues ensuring smooth operation of electrical equipment. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with electrical systems, excellent communication skills, and a customer-focused attitude.

Knowledge and abilities:

  • Knowledge of electrical systems, circuits, and devices.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple support requests.
  • Willingness to occasionally travel for on-site support

Key Responsibilities:

  • Efficiently conduct and assist customers in fault-finding, troubleshooting, and testing electrical systems/components.
  • Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, or WhatsApp regarding electrical products and equipment.
  • Guide customers through installation, operation, and maintenance procedures.
  • Document customer issues, resolutions, and service reports accurately in the support system.
  • Escalate technical problems to engineering or field teams when necessary.
  • Ensure Freshdesk is continuously up to date.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company products, features, and industry standards.
  • Provide basic training or guidance to customers on product usage and safety.
  • Create detailed electrical drawings to support panel design and production.
  • Provide accurate and timely quotations for custom panels and non-standard product requests.
  • Conduct testing on new products to ensure compliance with safety standards, performance expectations, and internal quality benchmarks.

Boxes to tick:

  • Diploma/degree in Electrical and/or completed your Trade Test.
  • 3+ years' experience in the electrical field.
  • Prior experience in technical support, customer service, or field support in the electrical industry is a plus.
  • Familiarity with industrial electrical equipment, automation devices, or control panels.
  • Knowledge of safety standards and basic troubleshooting tools.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of electrical systems, circuits, and devices.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple support requests.
  • Willingness to occasionally travel for on-site support
  • Efficiently conduct and assist customers in fault-finding, troubleshooting, and testing electrical systems/components.
  • Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, or WhatsApp regarding electrical products and equipment.
  • Guide customers through installation, operation, and maintenance procedures.
  • Document customer issues, resolutions, and service reports accurately in the support system.
  • Escalate technical problems to engineering or field teams when necessary.
  • Ensure Freshdesk is continuously up to date.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company products, features, and industry standards.
  • Provide basic training or guidance to customers on product usage and safety.
  • Create detailed electrical drawings to support panel design and production.
  • Provide accurate and timely quotations for custom panels and non-standard product requests.
  • Conduct testing on new products to ensure compliance with safety standards, performance expectations, and internal quality benchmarks.
  • Diploma/degree in Electrical and/or completed your Trade Test.
  • 3+ years' experience in the electrical field.
  • Prior experience in technical support, customer service, or field support in the electrical industry is a plus.
  • Familiarity with industrial electrical equipment, automation devices, or control panels.
  • Knowledge of safety standards and basic troubleshooting tools.
11 Feb 2026;   from: careers24.com

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