Tractor Technician Assistant Job – Hoopstad (Ref: 1680)
Closing Date: 07 August 2025
Location: Hoopstad
Work Level: Mid-Level
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
Employment Equity Position: No
Job Purpose
To assist with the servicing, adjusting, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance of machines and agricultural equipment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist Artisan with Maintenance and Repairs
• Assist the Tractor Technician with servicing agricultural machinery and equipment, ensuring timely completion of routine maintenance tasks.
• Support in conducting scheduled preventative maintenance to reduce the likelihood of machinery breakdowns.
• Help identify potential mechanical faults and assist in carrying out basic troubleshooting activities.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and correctly to support repair and maintenance work.
• Follow instructions from the artisan or supervisor closely to perform minor mechanical adjustments or parts replacements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of tools, workbenches, and work areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Assist with the preparation of machinery and tools required for service jobs.
Assist with Ad-hoc Enquiries
• Carry out various ad hoc tasks as required by the Tractor Technician or Workshop Foreman.
• Assist in the transportation and handling of parts, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with applicable SANS (South African National Standards) and company safety protocols.
• Support compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.
• Provide general support to workshop operations, including housekeeping, inventory checks, and administrative assistance when required.
Requirements
Qualifications
• National Senior Certificate or Artisan Certificate
Experience
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience
Skills and Competencies
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment
• Valid Driver’s License
• Understanding of company standards, policies, and procedures
• Familiarity with the retail or agricultural industry
• Technical skills in machinery maintenance
• Use of basic hand and power tools
Important Notice
Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
