Mechanical Fitter

Job description

A leading firm in engineering and manufacturing industry is looking to hire an experienced
mechanical fitter to help us keep growing. If you’re hard-working and dedicated apply today!

Responsibilities for mechanical fitter

Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output
Diagnostics Application – Translates customer complaints to develop troubleshooting
plan; troubleshoots issue following guided work flows, procedures, specialized
equipment such as mechanical and electronic service tools, and diagnoses computer
software to isolate failed components to enable a successful repair; validates repair by
duplicating complaint to ensure it has been resolved; documents results of
troubleshooting in business systems to communicate what has been done for payment
and historical tracking.
Electronic Service Tool Application (laser alignment, vibration analysis, engine
diagnostic tools etc) – Identifies the suite of available hardware and software tools
required for a service event; utilizes the appropriate electronic tool set to maintain the
product or diagnose and troubleshoot an issue; interprets electronic tool results or
recommendations to determine next steps for service resolution.
Product Repair and Maintenance – Repairs and maintains mechanical/electrical
products following guidelines, using required tools within standard repair time to
ensure a quality repair; disassembles and assembles workshop machines eg lathe,
milling etc., engines or power generators, pumps following guidelines, using required
tools to ensure a clean and organized environment; inspects and replaces parts and
components following re-use guidelines to minimize customers cost of ownership;
performs progressive damage check following guidelines to restore to pre-failure
condition
Service Documentation – Creates and verifies customer, equipment and technical
information; captures specific data using required service tools; follows procedures
and documents required information in the service management system in order to
have an accurate record of the work done
Interprets engineering mechanical drawings for new instalments in order to come up
with materials, tools and number of employees to execute the works.
Install, maintain, and repair hydraulic systems and components
Maintenance and overhaul of diesel welding machines, cherry pickers, diesel pumps,
gearboxes etc
Proficient in maintenance, repair and overhaul of multistage pumps

Qualifications for mechanical fitter

Technician/Craft certificate in mechanical preferred
Minimum 2 years experience in a busy workshop
Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail
Great verbal and written communication skills
Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools
and machines
Ability to use precision tools (e.g., callipers) to take accurate measurements
Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals