Generator Technician III

Company: VoltaGrid
Location: Midland
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: GENERATOR TECHNICIAN III
Location: FIELD
FLSA Class: NON-EXEMPT
Responsible to: NATIONAL SERVICE MANAGER
Position Summary: The Generator Technician III position will diagnose and repair Natural gas generators. This person will verify and adjust breaker settings per job requirements while proactively inspecting and recommending repairs to increase generator reliability. They will assist in training technicians on advanced troubleshooting techniques.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advance knowledge to assist and participate in routine inspections and make modifications to Natural Gas Generators and associated equipment.
• Advance knowledge on electrical distribution, i.e., Cable, Breakers, Transformers, Breaker Relay settings.
• Utilize measuring equipment including multimeters, ammeters and megohmmeters for the diagnosis and repair of equipment.
• Advance knowledge in troubleshoot units to identify possible problems, engine and/or generator.
• Advance knowledge in making electrical and mechanical wiring modifications to generator control circuits.
• Advance knowledge in testing batteries, fuel coolant, and oil. Adhere to all safety guidelines and policies.
• Accurately trouble shoot and diagnose all problems with power generation equipment, including problems with generator controls AC and DC.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble, and assemble components, clean and inspect assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Test and verify correct operation of all repairs and adjustments.
• Apply general failure analysis and procedures to determine proper diagnosis.
• Help Train other technicians on troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintain a clean job site.
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to maintain records electronically.
• Interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Identifying and repairing problems with engine control systems.
• Interpreting schematic diagrams and wiring. Other Requirements:
  • 5+ years of relatable experience in power generation
  • Experience with natural gas engines.
  • High level of integrity and work ethic.
  • Self-motivated and quick learner with the ability to work independently or as a team player.
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent troubleshooting and technical skills
  • Knowledge of electrical systems.
  • Excellent customer skills.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Appropriate safety equipment and practices are required.
  • The employee must possess the ability to lift 50 pounds.
    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
    **VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
    Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.**

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