Electric Power Generation (Epg) Apprentice Technician

Carter Machinery Careers•Elkridge, MD

21h•$22 - $28

About The Position

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring Electric Power Generation (EPG) Apprentice Technician in Elkridge, Maryland. The Electric Power Generation (EPG) Apprentice Technician is provided training and development to accurately troubleshoot and diagnose, inspect, maintain and repair engines and related electrical systems on generators and automatic transfer switches. At the end of this 15 month program, the EPG Apprentice Technician is expected to understand engines, electrical and transfer switch fundamentals, in addition to NFPA70E electrical safety procedures. You'll be an integral part of our customers' success and have the opportunity to work with an array of diverse equipment. Carter's Apprenticeship Program is nationally recognized by the Federal Department of Labor and is fully accredited through the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Requirements

Self-starter able to work with limited supervision and meet deadlines.
Strong mechanical aptitude required.
Must have an excellent driving record.
Proficient in the use of a computer, Microsoft Office products and service software required in position; able to complete service reports and provide pertinent details for work orders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to write service reports that accurately document diagnosis and repairs performed.
Must be able to read and understand operating manuals.
Must be able to perform in situations requiring speed and deadlines.
Must be able to operate heavy equipment
Must be able to work all shifts to meet customer needs
Promote a positive customer experience.
Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.
Physical requirements must be met for the Electric Power Generation (EPG) Apprentice Technician job, including regularly being required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 70 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Completion of K-12 vocational program in Electrical or Mechanical related course
Post-secondary diesel engine or related program or two years of mechanical job experience preferred
Military equipment experience a plus
Proficient in the use and application of all CAT electronic tools and software, such as SIS, ET, etc. preferred but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Accurately troubleshoot and diagnose, inspect, maintain and repair engines and related electrical systems on generators and automatic transfer switches.
Understand engines, electrical and transfer switch fundamentals, in addition to NFPA70E electrical safety procedures.
Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards in an accurate and timely manner.
Read and understand operating manuals.
Perform in situations requiring speed and deadlines.
Operate heavy equipment
Work all shifts to meet customer needs
Promote a positive customer experience.
Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.