Electrician Maintenance (Generator Mechanic)

Skookum•Fort Riley, KS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrician with a positive attitude. This role involves performing monthly preventive maintenance and repairs on IC engines, diesel generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and annunciator panels. The Electrician will also repair switch gear, transformers, and circuit breakers, and conduct transfer tests to ensure generator functionality. Responsibilities include inspecting and testing industrial equipment, planning work using diagrams and manuals, maintaining records of maintenance and costs, testing various fluids, and transporting hazardous materials. The position requires direct communication with customers to inform them of repairs, determine needs, and ensure quality control standards are met. The Electrician will also assist with training new employees, work independently or as part of a team, and be available for after-hour emergency calls.

Requirements

Three (3) years of electrical systems and controls experience required.
Must have direct experience working on commercial generators and controls.
Must be able to read and understand schematics and blueprints.
Must be able to work in a variety of different environments, including inclement weather and from manlifts.
Must have good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and a good sense of balance.
A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
All Contractor employees shall be legal U.S. residents.
The Contractor personnel shall be able to communicate clearly in the English language.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred.
NFPA 70E certified preferred.
Arc Flash and ATS Training preferred.
Cat Electric Power I or II training preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform monthly preventive maintenance and repairs on IC engines, diesel generators.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automatic transfer switches (ATS) and annunciator panels.
Repair switch gear, transformers, and circuit breakers.
Conduct automatic and manual transfer tests of simulated power outages to ensure generators are functioning properly (Annual).
Inspect, operate, and test industrial equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
Plan and lay out work using diagrams, drawings, manuals, and schematic diagrams.
Keep records of maintenance, work performed and cost of work.
Test batteries, fuel coolant and oil.
Transport and dispose hazardous materials (Oils, antifreeze, batteries).
Communicate and interact directly with the customer, informing the customer of unexpected or additional repairs and determining customer needs.
Ensure completed work meets quality control standards.
Make difficult diagnoses and suggest solutions and repairs to customer.
Communicate with scheduler to update status of repairs and estimate completion dates.
Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
Assist with orienting and training new employees and assist in work assignments.
Must be able to work independently and as a team.
Must be able to respond to after-hour calls in case of emergency power outage.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
$5.09 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees