Power Generation Technician

Peterson Machinery • Santa Rosa, CA

220d • $45

About The Position

Peterson Cat has an immediate need for an experienced Power Generation Technician based at our Santa Rosa, CA location. This position performs repairs to Marine Engines and Engine Power Generation equipment in the field as customer needs dictate. The role involves maintaining a safe working environment, communicating effectively with customers, and adhering to contamination control guidelines. The technician will be required to travel for customer service needs, including overnight stays and may need to be on call during evenings, weekends, and holidays. The job includes performing inspections, attending training, and executing service operations on various Caterpillar engines and generators, as well as documenting service activities accurately.

Requirements

• Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of directly related experience in power generation or engine service, preferably in a heavy industrial environment.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
• Work in a manner consistent with Contamination Control Guidelines.
• Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.
• Travel is required to meet customer service requirements including overnight stays, overseas and out of territory travel.
• Be on call to respond to customer service needs during the evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform inspection on equipment as needed.
• Attend scheduled technical training, and safety training, which may be in person or online (virtual).
• Perform pre-delivery setup, installation, and start-up on all makes and models of Caterpillar engines, generators (primary in marine applications), and related products with occasional supervision.
• Conduct Level 1 and Level 2 generator system service.
• Repair, replace or rebuild engines and related systems and components - Cat and Non-Cat products in Industrial, Marine, and EPG applications.
• Assist electric power field technicians, as required.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner.
• Solicit information regarding opportunities for engine system sales and service and pass information to engine systems sales staff and engine PSSR in a timely manner.
• Ensure assigned company vehicle maintains a clean professional appearance and is in proper working order.
• Perform work and conduct yourself in a manner that is consistent with company goals, mission statement, and core values.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Generous benefits
• Promotional opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees