MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

2025-10-07T03:30:50+00:00

FULL_TIME

Manufacturing

Manufacturing & Warehouse

2025-10-15T17:00:00+00:00

 

Kenya

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The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical equipment and systems within the factory. This role plays a key part in sustaining high operational efficiency and implementing preventive maintenance measures that support continuous production.

Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues in heavy commercial trucks. Perform scheduled maintenance such as oil changes, brake adjustments, wheel alignments, and engine tune-ups. Repair or replace faulty components in engine, transmission, suspension, steering, cooling, and braking systems. Conduct road tests to ensure vehicles meet performance standards after repair. Maintain service records for each vehicle serviced or repaired. Diagnose and repair electrical issues including wiring, lighting systems, sensors, alternators, batteries, and starter motors. Install, repair, and maintain fleet management systems, GPS trackers, or telematics devices. Troubleshoot dashboard warning lights and onboard diagnostics (OBD) codes. Test and repair ECUs, relays, and fuses. Perform inspections using checklists and service manuals. Ensure compliance with internal and government standards.

Proven experience with fleet maintenance systems and working on multi-brand commercial trucks (e.g., Isuzu, Fuso, Mercedes, etc.). Experience in wiring and installing tracking systems or telematics (preferred). Familiarity with workshop safety procedures and preventive maintenance best practices. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic codes. Valid driving license for heavy commercial vehicles is preferred and may be required for test-driving repaired vehicles.

Education: Minimum academic qualification- Diploma or Certificate in Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics, Auto-Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Auto-Electrical training or certification is an added advantage, especially in 12V/24V systems used in commercial trucks. Experience: Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance of heavy commercial vehicles, including diagnostics, repair, and routine servicing.

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