Field Service Technician - New Plymouth

Job reference - 35185

• Trade qualified diesel technician with experience on materials handling equipment
• Top rates, overtime, and staff benefits
• Nationally represented company and an accredited employer

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We are looking for Diesel Mechanics and Heavy Auto Electricians with experience working on forklifts / materials handling equipment to take up a role in New Plymouth. New Plymouth has so much to offer, the beautiful Mount Taranaki, subalpine forests , stunning beaches and affordable housing and away from the hustle and bustle.


The role

• Field service and workshop based duties
• General servicing and maintenance to a wide variety of forklifts from small machines through to container handlers
• Diagnostics using the latest equipment
• Performing both minor and major repairs
• Attending to breakdowns out in the field
• Client liaison and clear explanation of work carried out
• Ensuring all paperwork is accurate and up to date

Skills sought

• Although our preference is trade qualified diesel mechanics, we will consider auto electricians, diagnostic automotive technicians, and those with other relevant experience
• 3+ years of post qualification experience working on electric, diesel, and/or LPG forklifts/materials handling equipment is highly advantageous
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Solid diagnostics experience
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
• Able to work to deadlines
• A focus on top customer service

Remuneration
You will be working for a nationally represented company with excellent working conditions. This company is an accredited employer that offers staff benefits, further training, and opportunities for growth.

Management is supportive and will give you the true job satisfaction you deserve.

Remuneration rates are top of the market and negotiable for the right applicant. You will also have the use of a company vehicle for field service duties.


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