Tractor and Agricultural Machinery Mechanic
OFO No: 653308
What is a Tractor Mechanic?
A Tractor Mechanic inspects, tests, maintains, services and repairs tractors or other large machinery.
What does a Tractor Mechanic do?
- inspects tractors and looks for faults, broken parts etc
- takes engines apart
- problem solves
- repairs or replaces broken or worn parts
- oils and greases parts
- maintains service records
Are you . . . ?
- interested in large machinery/ vehicles?
- interested in mechanics?
- good with your hands?
- methodical?
- responsible and reliable?
- safety conscious?
How do I become a Tractor Mechanic?
PATH 1
- Apprenticeship
- Trade Test
PATH 2
- Learnership – Mechanical Engineering (Fitting & Machining) (Fitter and Turner) NQF Level 2, 3 and 4
- Trade Test
PATH 3
- Learnership – Welding Practice (All Positions: Mechanical Engineering) NQF Level 2 & 3
- Learnership – Welding Application and Practice (All metals in all positions: Mechanical Welder) NQF Level 4
- Trade Test
PATH 4
- National Certificate: IC: Motor, Diesel and Tractor Mechanics – N1, N2 and N3
- Workplace experience
- Trade Test
PATH 5
- Artisan Internship
- Trade Test
PATH 6
- RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) for Artisans: CLICK HERE
- If you have already been working a long time as a Tractor Mechanic without qualifications, you may be able to get your qualification through RPL
- Trade Test
TRAINING:
- CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
- Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
- To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education.
- CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions.
OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Aircraft Mechanic … or … Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Is becoming a Tractor Mechanic the right career choice for me?
