Breakdown Crew at CoJ Metrobus for semiskilled candidates
- Career Exibs SA
- Aug 23
- 2 min read
DEPARTMENT: INTERGRATED BUSINESS OPERATIONS (IBO)
DESIGNATION: BREAKDOWN CREW (X7)
REMUNERATION: GRADE B3
LOCATION: METROBUS – VARIOUS DEPOTS
Purpose: Transport buses to the depot and mechanical service areas and perform minor repairs.
Essential Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent at NQF level 4.
Valid Driver’s License Code C; EC1/ 04; EC.
Minimum of 3 years’ functional experience of which 6 months must be on utilization of breakdown tools and equipment.
Key performance areas
Breakdown/ Towing services.
Take calls for breakdown assistance requirements and ascertain the problem and location of the caller.
Investigate the car damage and diagnose problem.
Perform minor repair services e.g. reconnect parts, test and attempt to jump-start a dead battery, inflate and change tyre, replace spark plug and connect loose wires.
Strap and connect bus to the tow truck and transport to the required destination.
Follow up with team regularly to provide status updates, as well as estimated time of arrivals to the destination.
Dismantle damaged buses to salvage parts, using such hand tools.
Remove, bend, or cut parts of damaged buses to prepare for towing.
Maintain tow trucks and other equipment.
Report on breakdown activities and update files.
Core Competencies:
1. Ability to safely tow/transport Bus with no damage caused.
2. Observation and compliance to road safety regulations during
towing/transportation.
3. Ability to operate or use towing related tools and equipment.
4. Ability to perform minor/basic mechanical repairs.
5. Time management.
6. Ability to work under pressure.
The successful candidate will be required to enter both a permanent employment contract as well as an annual performance contract with the entity.
Declaration of Financial Interest
On assumption of employment, the successful applicant will make, in the manner prescribed by the entity and to the extent required by the entity, disclosure of financial interest.
Security Vetting
Candidates will also be required to undergo security vetting.
NB: all foreign-acquired qualifications must be SAQA accredited.
Certified Application documents and CVs must be submitted online by clicking the allocated link below for this position.