Shop/Field Technician - Power Generation

Wajax • Red Deer, AB

15d

About The Position

The Shop Technician – Power Generation is responsible for providing reliable
service solutions and preventative maintenance to power generation systems.
Serves as liaison between sales and production/manufacturing, ensuring
generators are modified, tested, and shipped according to customer requirements.
Confirms equipment/systems meet or exceed all applicable standards and remain in
ready-to-run condition.

Requirements

• Education:  Heavy Equipment Journeyman Red Seal and/or currently registered in a related Provincial Apprenticeship program. Power Generation Experience
• Work Experience:  2-3 years experience with engine/generator makes and fuel sources (diesel, gas, natural gas)
• Knowledge:  Proficient written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to work with customers, exceptional customer service; demonstrated mechanical aptitude, analysis and problem solving skills.
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.
• Ability to be NSC certified.

Responsibilities

• Where required tests, measures, and verifies electrical component operations, including energized components and electrical fields; conducts building transfer tests to confirm correct operation of transfer switches, breakers, and generator units.
• Troubleshoots power generation equipment to detect faults and malfunctions and determine extent of required repairs; adjusts equipment and repairs or replaces defective parts; tests repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.
• Communicate with generator owners for authorization of servicing and repairs as required.
• Service and repair generators in the shop and on-site for the customer.
• Recondition and remanufacture components as required for controllers and engines repairs.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with customers.
• Communicate work performed and complete service paperwork.
• Perform monthly, semi-annual, annual, load testing as per CSA-282-15
• Work with high & low voltage and red single line drawings.
• Fill out warranty information
• Perform in shop worked related to on/off Highway equipment repairs as required 
• Comply with the Health & Safety program and practices.
• Performance of daily duties in a manner conducive to a safe workplace.
• Conduct housekeeping duties

Benefits

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
• Company matched pension plan
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees