TECHNICIAN – Carpenters Fiji PTE Limited

Job Description & Skills/Qualifications Required

Carptrac, the Caterpillar Distributor in the Fiji Market has an excellent opportunity available for suitably qualified and experienced person for the role of HMP Technician to be part of our Caterpillar team in Raiwai, Suva.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance checks and repair  activities on various pieces of heavy equipment and generators.  
• Diagnose service and repair various systems such as electronic and mechanical engines, hydraulics, transmission, drive-train, brake systems, engine tune up, valves servicing, injector heights, fuel racks, governors and pressure checks.  
• Understand and operate Caterpillar Electronic Diagnosing Tools and specialized CAT tooling
• Troubleshoot malfunctions in the equipment and generators and disassemble units, repair or replace and reassemble parts.
• Repair or replace electrical fuses, batteries, lights, instruments, warning devices, controls and switches, computer controls, modules, alternators, starters, and defective cables and wiring. This will include 12 and 24-volt systems found on equipment.
• Overhaul engines, replace engines, and rebuild components.
• Maintain service logs and records of maintenance on equipment using management software.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work area clean, organized, and in good working condition.
• Provide instruction and training in the proper methods and processes necessary to perform equipment repair, inspection and preventive maintenance.
• Perform related work as assigned by management 

Requirements: 

• Form 6 pass with relevant Trade Certificate in Heavy Mobile Plant.
• Ability to install, repair, service, test and troubleshoot equipment
• Must be able to understand schematics and circuit diagrams
• Ability to work flexible hours and work around a changing schedule
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and diagnostic skills
• Working knowledge of the equipment needed for the job
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job which include bending, lifting heavy equipment and working in confined spaces
• Group 2 Driving License.