Auto Electrician - Urgently needed
Company
Intercon Recruitment
Location
Polokwane
Posted
22 hours ago
Via
via Job Mail
Job Description
A busy and well-established Truck Service & Repair Centre in Polokwane is seeking a qualified and experienced Auto Electrician with strong truck experience to join their dynamic team.
This role is ideal for a skilled professional with excellent diagnostic and fault-finding abilities who can work efficiently in a fast-paced workshop environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of commercial vehicles through high-quality electrical repairs and maintenance.
Minimum Requirements
• Trade Tested / Qualified Auto Electrician
• Proven experience working on trucks / commercial vehicles
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Valid driver’s license
Salary & Benefits
• Market-related salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• Opportunity to work within a reputable and busy truck workshop
Location
Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa
How to Apply
Please send your CV.
If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
This role is ideal for a skilled professional with excellent diagnostic and fault-finding abilities who can work efficiently in a fast-paced workshop environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of commercial vehicles through high-quality electrical repairs and maintenance.
Minimum Requirements
• Trade Tested / Qualified Auto Electrician
• Proven experience working on trucks / commercial vehicles
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Valid driver’s license
Salary & Benefits
• Market-related salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• Opportunity to work within a reputable and busy truck workshop
Location
Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa
How to Apply
Please send your CV.
If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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