Technician 1 - Power - Chicago, IL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Chicago, IL

61d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Technician 1 - Power position based out of the Lemont, IL. service center. The company works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles and this position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. The company keeps its customers’ worlds on, from world-class events to mining operations and remote communities. The technician will perform preventive maintenance and repairs of power generators, diesel engines, electrical distribution equipment, HVAC equipment and/or oil free air compressors. They will troubleshoot equipment failures at the shop and on customer locations and handle the repairs. Technicians will work independently or in teams to set up and operate equipment at the shop and on customer sites.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED
• 3+ years of experience working on power generators and/or commercial HVAC equipment, performing inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Experience with calculating nominal and effective tonnage and/or kW requirements, along with reading and knowing schematics.
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to move or lift objects, typically less than 75 lbs.
• Availability to work the assigned schedule, travel to work locations (if needed) and be on standby for work outside of regularly scheduled shifts
• Must be able to stand, walk and sit for prolonged periods of time; and be able to walk over uneven terrain with functional balance that does not require any special assistive devices
• Must be able to move the extremities and spine through a functional range of motion that will permit work to be safely performed from ground / floor level to full overhead level
• Must have good finger dexterity to manipulate small items, functional hand-eye coordination, and functionally grip with adequate strength to safely hold tools and stair railing or ladders
• Must be able to safely meet the physical demands outlined in the Essential Physical Capacities Assessment and pass the post-offer physical abilities assessment, which includes being able to lift (60 lbs.), push/pull (80 lbs.), carry (60 lbs.), climb stairs and ladders as well as a combination of climbing while carrying objects (15 lbs.), stoop, kneel and squa

Nice To Haves

• Based on the customer requirements, you may be required to obtain and maintain a TWIC card or valid DOT medical card

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs of power generators, diesel engines, electrical distribution equipment, HVAC equipment and/or oil free air compressors.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures at the shop and on customer locations and handle the repairs.
• Set up and operate equipment at the shop and on customer sites, either independently or as part of a team.

Benefits

• Full-time with potential for overtime and/or weekends
• Annual bonus program
• No premium cost medical plan option available
• Robust technical training programs, in person and virtual, on diesel, gas, compressed air, electrical, controls, oil free air compressors, HVAC, microgrid & storage and more
• Career growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement available

What This Job Offers

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