Standby Power Systems company is looking for a Generator Technician who is a motivated individual with excellent communication skills, who is able to explain maintenance issues to customers as well as facilitate repairs. This qualified individual should have several years experience in the generator industry or like military experience and be able to perform tasks with minimal supervision. If experience is military must also have civilian commercial or industrial generator experience.
Preferred experience and training on transfer switches, both automatic and static, multiple unit paralleling and utility paralleling systems. Generator Service Tech will be required to perform service and maintenance on machines ranging from 2kw to 2500kw.
Responsibilities & Requirements
• Work in shop and field as jobs requires.
• Perform engine services, load testing, ATS testing and repair, read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, troubleshoot diesel and gaseous fuel systems, perform diesel and gaseous engine repairs, both minor and major, generator end testing and repairs, complete system evaluations and share technical information and life experiences with fellow techs.
• All technicians will be required to work some irregular hours, weekends and holidays.
• Participation in after hours on call technician is required.
• Occasional out of town travel with overnight stay is required.
• Tech should be able to demonstrate basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have positive attitude and willingness to help customers to resolve any maintenance issues while representing the company in a positive manor.
• Tech should be in good physical condition and show mechanical and electrical aptitude, have some past experience in mechanical and electrical fields.
• Technical schooling, automotive or transportation fields, commercial, residential electric and or like military experience are preferred.
• Must have basic hand tools (i.e. multimeter, socket and wrench sets, standard and metric, basic screw drivers, Allen wrenches, pliers and crimpers etc.). Tech should understand basic tool functions, including safe and proper operation.
• Must show a desire and willingness to learn and use new technologies.
• Must have the resource of being able to discuss abstract and complicated problems with peers in the industry.
• Have the desire and ability to share knowledge other technicians.
• Diagnose engine and electrical component / attachment problems. Recognize, diagnose and source replacement parts and install a complete package generator set and peripheral equipment from materials supplied by engineering department.
• Work primarily off-site with minimum supervision. Properly use diagnostic tooling and literature to troubleshoot machine systems and components.
• Accountable for quality measurements. Accurately evaluate parts reusability and perform repairs in accordance with manufacture guidelines. Ability to follow established policies and procedures.
• Work with and direct other mechanics and apprentices to provide timely high quality repairs. Complete service reports accurately and legibly. Safely operate heavy equipment, forklifts and mobile cranes according to OSHA regulations.
Other Duties may be assigned to meet business needs
Wage: Negotiable Depending on Experience
Hours: Day Shift minimum 40hrs + occasional overtime per week
Benefits: Medical, Paid Vacation and Holidays for Full Time Employees
Valid Driver's license, clean MVR, background check, and pre-employment drug screen required.
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