Generator Field Service Technician

Integrated Power Services•Thornton, IL

74d

About The Position

This position will do preventative maintenance service, troubleshooting, service, repairs and emergency service on stand-by generators. This includes the ability to replace batteries, chargers, belts, hoses, filters, tune-up engines (gasoline, diesel), and assist in radiator replacement. Perform repairs and services on all makes and models of generator sets Inspections, repairs, services and start-up load bank test requirements on equipment Troubleshooting equipment and servicing generator components including alternators, wiring harnesses, safety devices, shutdown switches, and battery systems Apply proper engine technical skills in inspection, disassembly, failure analysis, assembly, diagnosis, and engine operating performance tests Identify the problem and cause of failure through logical troubleshooting steps, determine corrective action through inspection of failed parts Repair and troubleshooting engines such as Kohler, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, John Deere, MTU and Volvo Communicate all information to customers in an accurate, factual manner Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external customers Ensure work scope has been performed and unit is operational Write clear and concise service reports Must have the ability to operate in a constant state of alertness, and safe manner Must be able to travel, in company service vehicle, throughout the local counties Must be able to be on-call for emergency services Responsible for vehicle safety maintenance Maintain assigned vehicle inventory and able to travel throughout the local counties

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and minimum 3 years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of generator systems; from 8kW to 2800 kW preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must have the ability to perform high quality work in a timely and efficient manner
Good communication skills, enthusiastic attitude, and great customer service skills are a must
Must have satisfactory driving record with the ability to obtain a DOT medical certification.
Must be able to respond to emergency service calls as needed
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Mechanical aptitude required
Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to 75 lbs. in weight
Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam
Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time
Ability to perform manual labor for up to 12 or more hours per day
Acute hearing and strong field of vision
Ability to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a Technical school is desired to include generators, diesel, power gen, electric power, relay or substation technology, etc.

Responsibilities

Preventative maintenance service on stand-by generators
Troubleshooting stand-by generators
Service stand-by generators
Repairs on stand-by generators
Emergency service on stand-by generators
Replace batteries, chargers, belts, hoses, filters
Tune-up engines (gasoline, diesel)
Assist in radiator replacement
Perform repairs and services on all makes and models of generator sets
Inspections, repairs, services and start-up load bank test requirements on equipment
Troubleshooting equipment and servicing generator components including alternators, wiring harnesses, safety devices, shutdown switches, and battery systems
Apply proper engine technical skills in inspection, disassembly, failure analysis, assembly, diagnosis, and engine operating performance tests
Identify the problem and cause of failure through logical troubleshooting steps, determine corrective action through inspection of failed parts
Repair and troubleshooting engines such as Kohler, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, John Deere, MTU and Volvo
Communicate all information to customers in an accurate, factual manner
Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
Ensure work scope has been performed and unit is operational
Write clear and concise service reports
Operate in a constant state of alertness, and safe manner
Travel, in company service vehicle, throughout the local counties
Be on-call for emergency services
Responsible for vehicle safety maintenance
Maintain assigned vehicle inventory and able to travel throughout the local counties