Journeyman Field Technician, Power Systems

Western States Careers•Meridian, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1956, Western States Equipment Company has been a leading employer across Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Montana, and Wyoming. We are driven by our mission of solving our customers’ toughest challenges, guided by our core values of Safety, Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability, and Innovation. By joining Western States, you commit to upholding these values while contributing to our purpose of building our communities for a better tomorrow. Safety and our Customer Care Commitment remain foundational to our mission and the standard by which we measure our success. Safety Actively cares, promotes, manages, and advocates for safety at Western States. As a team member in the organization, it is critical to ensure all employees, vendors, and clients have a safe work environment while adhering to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards. Embraces our caring culture where we each care to adhere with applicable safety policies, PPE expectations and stop work authority. Customer Care Commitments Convey Warmth and Empathy – Acknowledge customers and greet everyone with an authentic smile. Actively Listen – Give your full attention, make eye contact, avoid interrupting, and ask clarifying questions. Build Trust – Take ownership, act with urgency, and follow through on commitments. Say Thank you – Express genuine appreciation for effort, feedback, and collaboration.

Requirements

Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Minimum of three years equivalent experience in diagnosis and repair of industrial engine and generator repair in a Caterpillar or competitive environment required.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with ability to obtain DOT Medical Card.
Appropriate technician level tooling required.
Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in diesel technology, trade school diploma, preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates troubleshooting skills on various engine and generators.
Skill level appropriate testing while comparing data to specifications to determine if the system is working as designed.
Repairs and diagnoses engine and generator failures according to WSECO’s time requirement guidelines.
Performs tasks independently, including inspections and troubleshooting, when scheduled for required preventative maintenance service.
Completes engine preventative maintenance and inspects/repairs internal engine components to include common rail fuel systems, and SCR/DEF systems.
Troubleshoots and repairs industrial engine/generator components.
Demonstrates understanding of various electrical issues with ability to repair when required.
Understands, tests, and repairs complex electrical systems. Includes but is not limited to Deutsch and Ampseal Connectors, 6/12/24 battery voltage systems, and ability to repair/replace varies harness types.
Participates in continued education and training initiatives as outlined in the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan. (TCDP).
Utilizes service manuals (STW, SIS and parts books) to address technical issues and perform all required tasks within technician level abilities, in accordance to printed procedures.
Utilizes parts reusability guidelines.
Completes actual service reports for files and warranty purposes using STW for timely work order closing.
Addresses all inquiries in a prompt and friendly manner in an effort to meet or exceed internal/external client expectations.
Performs other duties as assigned while developing a mindset for technician productivity.