Senior Mercedes Benz Technician

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Are you a highly skilled Senior Mercedes Benz Technician with extensive hands on experience in mechanical repairs? A reputable automotive workshop in Abuja is seeking an expert technician with a minimum of eight years of proven experience working primarily on Mercedes Benz vehicles. This full time onsite role is designed for a professional with deep mechanical knowledge, precision workmanship, and the ability to handle complex diagnostics independently.

The Senior Mercedes Benz Technician will be responsible for advanced mechanical repairs, complete engine rebuilds, and high level quality control to ensure exceptional workshop standards.

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time, Onsite
Experience Required: Minimum of 8 years
Qualification: Vocational, Technical Certification, or equivalent
Job Field: Engineering, Technical

Job Overview

This position requires strong expertise in Mercedes Benz mechanical systems including engine components, transmission systems, suspension assemblies, braking mechanisms, and cooling units. The ideal candidate must be capable of diagnosing and resolving complex faults efficiently while maintaining high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Engine Mechanical Repairs

• Perform complete engine overhauls and rebuilds
• Diagnose and repair oil leaks, head gasket failures, and timing chain faults
• Replace pistons, piston rings, bearings, valves, and camshafts
• Service turbochargers and mechanical boost systems
• Carry out engine removal and installation

Transmission and Drivetrain

• Remove and reinstall automatic transmissions including 7G and 9G Tronic systems
• Replace torque converters
• Repair driveshafts, prop shafts, and CV joints
• Diagnose transmission noise and slippage issues
• Replace engine and transmission mounts

Suspension and Steering Systems

• Replace control arms, ball joints, and suspension bushings
• Repair and replace shock absorbers and struts
• Service air suspension mechanical components
• Replace wheel hubs and bearings
• Diagnose mechanical steering rack problems

Brake Systems

• Replace brake pads, discs, and calipers
• Diagnose brake vibration and mechanical imbalance
• Service parking brake systems
• Repair hydraulic brake leaks

Cooling and Auxiliary Systems

• Replace water pumps, thermostats, and radiators
• Diagnose and repair coolant leaks
• Service belt driven components and mechanical fans
• Replace serpentine belts and pulleys

Quality Control Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed mechanical inspections before vehicle delivery
• Ensure correct torque specifications are followed
• Test drive vehicles after major repairs
• Maintain zero mechanical comebacks

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years mechanical experience focused on Mercedes Benz vehicles
• Strong understanding of German automotive mechanical systems
• Ability to interpret workshop manuals and torque specifications
• Proven experience handling full engine rebuilds independently
• Technical certification or automotive mechanical diploma preferred

Core Competencies

• Advanced mechanical fault diagnosis
• Engine rebuilding expertise
• Transmission removal and installation
• Suspension and steering repair
• Attention to detail
• Time management and leadership ability

Performance Expectations

• Meet assigned labor hour targets
• Maintain exceptional mechanical workmanship
• Work efficiently without compromising quality
• Contribute to workshop productivity and revenue goals

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to [email protected]