Generator Technician

BAY CITY EQUIPMENT INDUSTRIES INC • Galt, CA

70d • $34 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Bay City Electric Works (BCEW) is seeking an experienced Level 2 or 3 Generator Technician for our Sacramento area market. This role involves repairing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial generators. BCEW is a family-owned KOHLER distributor founded in 1932, with a vision to become the leading generator systems supplier in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. We provide generator, air compression, and engine solutions for various industries including data centers, healthcare facilities, utilities, and more.

Requirements

• High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 18 months - 5 years of experience working on generators of all sizes, especially hands on experience with generators 500KW and larger
• Engine and mechanical system knowledge and skills diagnosing generator issues required
• Knowledge of generator control systems required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to meet deadlines and make critical decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to maintain a driving record capable of maintaining a Class C license; Class A or B license is a plus, but not required
• Willing to travel, sometimes over night or for week-long factory training
• Computer literate in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Flexible team player
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• All prospective employees will be subject to our pre-employment background screening process following acceptance of a job offer, including criminal background check, driving records, as well as education and work experience verification, depending on the position.
• Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted as part of the post-employment offer process and participation in our random testing program will be a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Class A or B license is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to all BCEW customers
• Perform engine repairs and conduct electrical troubleshooting; diagnose and assess electrical problems using electrical schematics
• Perform repairs, diagnostic procedures and regularly scheduled maintenance on generators of all sizes
• Perform start-up of new generator units of all sizes, working closely with our Project Management team to allow for a clean hand-off
• Perform load bank or other necessary testing
• Document all tests and findings from 85-point inspections to provide feedback to customers
• Assist other technicians, train junior team members or learn from more experienced technicians
• Gather and present information to customers on work performed and/or needed repairs
• Provide end user training, as necessary, on how to operate equipment
• Maintain compliance with all applicable safety and environmental policies and procedures

Benefits

• Service Vehicle provided by the company; ability to take home each night
• Access to Factory Certified Training with Kohler, as well as support for EGSA certification
• medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, employee assistance program and pet insurance.
• generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
• tuition reimbursement and training for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED