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Diesel Electric Fitter

Diesel Electric Fitter

Keystone Project RecruitmentRosslyn, South Africa
18 days ago
Job description

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on locomotives according to company guidelines and checklists.
  • Diagnose mechanical issues by observing equipment in operation, listening for irregularities, and using precision measuring tools.
  • Dismantle devices using hoists, cranes, hand and power tools to access and replace defective parts.
  • Inspect, measure, and adjust components to meet dimensional requirements.
  • Operate grinders, metalworking tools, welding, and cutting equipment to fabricate or repair parts.
  • Record locomotive hour meter readings and perform fluid sampling (lube oil, cooling water, etc.).
  • Clean, service, and replace filters, strainers, spark arrestor traps, and lubrication systems.
  • Conduct brake and safety equipment tests.
  • Inspect wheels, trucks, fuel tanks, brakes, handrails, steps, hoses, clamps, fire extinguishers, and other critical systems.
  • Drain and service fuel tanks, reservoirs, and retention tanks as required.
  • Time injectors and valves, set racks, check turbo backlash, and perform bearing checks.
  • Carry out electrical maintenance and modifications where required.
  • Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and heavy lifting equipment safely.
  • Complete documentation, inspection reports, and sign-offs accurately.

Requirements

Education & Experience :

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • 36 months of mechanical experience (locomotive / rail experience preferred) OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

    • Technical Skills :

  • Proficiency with hand tools (screwdrivers, torque wrenches, callipers, micrometres, pry bars).
  • Skilled in using power tools (cut-off saws, drills, grinders, impact wrenches).
  • Knowledge of hydraulic tools and equipment (wrenches, barring over tools).
  • Ability to operate welding and cutting tools.
  • Experience with heavy equipment operation (overhead cranes, truck cranes, forklifts).
  • Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance skills.
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
  • Competence in shop mathematics and problem-solving.

    • Physical Demands :

  • Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, climb, and balance regularly.
  • Ability to lift and exert force :

    • Up to 11 kg regularly

  • Up to 25 kg frequently
  • Up to 65 kg occasionally
  • Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

    • Work Environment :

  • Exposure to high noise levels, moving machinery, diesel fumes, oil, grease, and occasionally chemicals.
  • Work may involve confined spaces, elevated platforms, and uneven ground.
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