Journeyman Power Systems Technician

Western States Careers•Pasco, WA

About The Position

ABOUT WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT: Western States has a long legacy of providing quality equipment and excellent service to customers.â¯ Since 1956, our vision is to make our communities stronger, cleaner, and more productive, not just with our products and service – but through our people.â¯ We are committed to: The Power of our Purpose: “Building our Communities for a Better Tomorrow” Performance through our Values: SAFETY, EXCELLENCE, TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABLITY, and INNOVATION Customer and Employee Care Commitments: Conveying Warm and Empathy, Actively Listening, Building Trust, and Saying Thank You WHY YOU’LL LIKE IT HERE: Recognized as one of the top private companies to work for, we put our employees first.â¯ We are fiercely committed to SAFETY and sending every employee, safely home, every single day.â¯ Our comprehensive benefits package and complete wellness programs include: Three weeks of accrued PTO to start, increases with tenure Company paid health care premium option for employees Health, dental, and vision insurance Wellness dollars 401k with company match and profit sharing Educational reimbursements, tool loans, and safety & tooling dollars Employee Assistance Program Paid Parental leave Care Leave WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: THINK-ACT-BE SAFE - At Western States, we empower every employee, every day to work and promote a safe environment to ensure all employees, vendors, and clients have a safe work environment while adhering to all applicable procedures and standards. This includes maintaining clean/clutter free personal work areas and wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified in safety policy. FULL SUMMARY The Power Systems Technician Journeyman is responsible for independent diagnosis, failure analysis, and repair for power systems and industrial equipment, under the supervision of the Power Systems Service Advisor. Duties include but not limited to removing, repairing, assembling, installing according to manufacturer specifications and technician appropriate skillset. Diagnosis, Troubleshooting, and Repair 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. Industrial Engines and Generator 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. Continued Development 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.

Requirements

THINK-ACT-BE SAFE
Ability to navigate Microsoft products.
Ability to obtain job related certifications for any specialty equipment such as but not limited to forklifts, rigging and overhead cranes, etc.
General knowledge of manufacturer specific software. (SIS, ET, and STW)
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Consistent attendance and timeliness with the ability to work overtime with limited notice.
Working within and promoting Western States’ purpose, vision and values.
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).
Ability to stand for long periods of time along with walking, sitting, repetitive climbing stairs, reaching (including but not limited to above-shoulder reaching), repetitive bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting.
Exposure to extreme temperatures and environment.
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. in accordance with Western States’ Lifting Policy to include amount and approach.
Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Responsible for independent diagnosis, failure analysis, and repair for power systems and industrial equipment, under the supervision of the Power Systems Service Advisor.
Removing, repairing, assembling, installing according to manufacturer specifications and technician appropriate skillset.
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.