Technician (Journey Level), Power Systems

Description

Pacific Power Group is hiring a Journey Level Generator Field Technician to join the Power Generation Service Team in Harahan, LA.

Job Summary: As a Journey Level Generator Field Technician you will maintain, test, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild diesel and gaseous generator sets and ancillary equipment per approved factory and company procedures.

Job Details

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, with occasional weekends and off hours required.
• Area of Responsibility: New Orleans/Gulf Coast, East Texas to Alabama.
• Wage Range: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour, based on skills and experience.
• Sign-on Bonus: $1000
  
  

Company Overview: At Motor Services Hugo Stamp and Pacific Power Group, our mission is to sustain the momentum and energy that drives the world forward. Within the marine engine and backup power generation sectors, we offer comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. Our highly skilled team comprises field service technicians, engineers, and workshop professionals who are in constant demand to ensure operational stability across vital industries such as military and defense, first responders, and global supply chain providers—covering everything from raw materials to consumer goods and food products. Join us now and become part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the world.

Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 15 days PTO, 10 Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short/Long Term Disability, 401K with Company Match, Pet insurance, Optional Supplemental Insurances, Legal Assistance for Identity Theft, Health Advocate, Tuition Assistance, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Adoption Aid.

Requirements

What you will do:

• Perform field inspections of generators. Determine generator condition by conducting inspections & diagnostic tests.
• Identify and repair problems with electrical and mechanical systems. Perform load bank test, calculate KW for testing.
• Complete tune-ups and/or the repairs identified during the diagnostic process.
• Troubleshoot & repair AC and DC controls and equipment such as engine controllers, Automatic Voltage Regulators, battery chargers, block heaters, automatic transfer switches and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot & repair diesel and gaseous engines.
• Conduct up-fit modifications to new power generation equipment.
• Engine rebuilds.
• Load test batteries, check and repair charging systems.
• Verify generator performance by conducting tests, adjusting controls & systems as needed.
• Maintain records with an accurate documentation of service and repairs.
• Keep company tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions.
  
  

What We Need From You

• Basic knowledge of AC 110-690 VAC system fundamentals and work practices.
• Basic knowledge of DC systems fundamentals and work practices.
• Knowledge of generators, diesel and gaseous engines, controls, and systems.
• Understand basic operation of transfer switches and switch gear.
• Knowledge of mechanical & electronic governors.
• Ability to understand wiring diagrams, motors, transformers.
• Ability to use vendor diagnostic software to identify and repair deficiencies.
• Ability to work safely around electrical components.
• Ability to qualify new and used parts for the job being performed.
• Ability to complete jobs assigned with little to no supervision.
• Excellent customer service skills which includes both verbal and written communications.
• Must work /communicate well with electricians, contractors, site managers.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities/training and reading technical and regulation publications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, emails, typing, etc.)
  
  

Experience/Education Requirements

• Associates Degree (AA) from a college or technical school (not a requirement but preferred).
• 5+ years’ minimum experience in power generation field.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Own and maintain a tool inventory commensurate with position.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the employer's insurance policy.
• Ability to travel by car, and air.
• Ability to work overtime as needed, including nights and weekends. This will be determined on business needs.
  
  

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and go up to 100 pound with assistance.
• Ability to see, hear, talk and touch.
• Ability to use repetitive motion using various tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced/high pressure environment
  
  

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Pacific Power Group shall abide by the requirements of 40 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

Pacific Power Group will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Pacific Power Group will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Pacific Power Group will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because they are a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or Armed Forces service medal veteran (hereinafter collectively referred to as “protected veteran(s)”) in regard to any position for which the employee or applicant for employment is qualified.

Pacific Power Group will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of physical or mental disability in regard to any position for which the employee or applicant for employment is qualified.

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