TMD Kenya (Thika Motor Dealers) was established in 1989 as a dealership of Isuzu East Africa Ltd. The Company started operating in Thika’s Industrial are and trading with the support of ICDC and other local banks

Summary

This is a full-time on-site role for an Automotive Technician located in Ruaka. The Automotive Technician will be responsible for performing vehicle maintenance tasks, including oil changes, automotive repair, maintenance and repair, and suspension services. Their day-to-day tasks will involve conducting diagnostics, troubleshooting and performing necessary repairs on customers’ vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform work safely, accurately, and efficiently in accordance with specified work procedures.
• Maintain high standards in providing quality service to the customers.
• Confirm customer receiving memo/job card order contents after Inspecting vehicle preventive maintenance, conducting extensive diagnostic (electrical and mechanical) procedures to determine the sources of customers’ problems and provide accurate repair recommendations.
• In liaison with the Service Advisor; maintain legible and accurate Job card vehicle records.
• Conduct necessary repairs diligently as per the job card and carry out final checks to confirm the work done is of the required quality and within the time allocated.
• Carryout repairs as per the given Isuzu repair procedures. Also be able to use and navigate through the G-IDSS and CSS NET.
• Maintain workshop equipment and items as per set policies.
• Undertake routine learning and development job knowledge by participating in ISUZU trainings; educational opportunities; reading technical publications and acquiring necessary qualifications.
• Participate and undertake in Performance Management process and scheduled Learning and Isuzu trainings within the provided timelines.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Automotive Engineering.
• 3+ years of proven experience in core competencies; experience as a Technician with an automotive dealership will be an added advantage.
• 6+ yrs proven practical experience in core competencies
• Experience in Brakes, Clutch, suspension systems maintenance
• Experience Vehicle diagnostics – IDSS
• Basic Electrical/Electronic System diagnostics
• Experience PM/PI – HCV and LCV
• Proficiency in vehicle maintenance, service and automotive repair for all vehicles.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of automotive suspension systems
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills