Generator Technician

Generator TechnicianSan Leandro, CA 94577OverviewSalary Range $34.00 - $50.00 HourlyDescriptionOur company is hiring for an experienced Level 2 or 3 Generator Technician for our San Leandro/Bay Area market to repair, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial generators.Who We AreWe are a family-owned business which was founded in 1932 and have been a Rehlko generator distributor for 60 years. Our vision is to Develop Powerful People to be #1 in Power. We have aligned our vision with our goal to become the go to generator systems supplier in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. As such, we are building a winning team of experts who are committed to providing total power solutions to our customers.What We DoOur team provides generator, air compression, and engine solutions for life's power needs. Offering quality brands like Rehlko and Doosan, our experts provide solutions for data centers, water & sewer districts, healthcare facilities, utilities, military bases, hi-rise buildings, hi-tech, bio-tech, pharmaceutical, government, airports, retail, manufacturing, casinos, and residences.The JobProvide exceptional customer service to all customersPerform engine repairs and conduct electrical troubleshooting; diagnose and assess electrical problems using electrical schematicsPerform repairs, diagnostic procedures and regularly scheduled maintenance on generators of all sizesPerform start-up of new generator units of all sizes, working closely with our Project Management team to allow for a clean hand-offPerform load bank or other necessary testingDocument all tests and findings from 85-point inspections to provide feedback to customersAssist other technicians, train junior team members or learn from more experienced techniciansGather and present information to customers on work performed and/or needed repairsProvide end user training, as necessary, on how to operate equipmentMaintain compliance with all applicable safety and environmental policies and proceduresThis is a non-exempt, hourly position which is eligible for overtime pay. Work hours are typically 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Technicians may be required to work after standard business hours and/or during the weekend to meet customer needs. Technicians can expect to be placed on the on-call rotation schedule (approximately once every five to six weeks) and will receive compensation for being on-call and for work on after hours service calls.To be successful in this role you will need:High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.A minimum of 18 months - 5 years of experience working on generators of all sizes, especially hands on experience with generators 500KW and largerEngine and mechanical system knowledge and skills diagnosing generator issues requiredKnowledge of generator control systems requiredAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manualsAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceAbility to meet deadlines and make critical decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentAbility to maintain a driving record capable of maintaining a Class C license; Class A or B license is a plus, but not requiredWilling to travel, sometimes over night or for week-long factory trainingComputer literate in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)Flexible team playerWhat We BelieveWe believe in an ALWAYS ON environment whereby power is accessible to all. We believe in developing our team to become experts in generators and power systems to ensure zero downtime for our customers. We celebrate shared values, a shared vision, and a shared mission. Our Core Values:Safety First: Know it. Own it. Share itFamily Values: Demonstrate family values and embrace diversityTrusted: Understand the value of reputation and relationshipCustomer Focused: Keep our internal & external Customers at the center of all we doHumbly Confident: Exhibit modesty and humility alongside confidenceAccountable: Accept challenge and make it happenAlways On: Support our customers' 24/7/365 power needs.Our organization takes great pride in our ability to back up our product offerings and we believe in investing in our people, providing them with development opportunities and the resources necessary to sustain a first-class level of support.What you will enjoyAs a team member, you will enjoy a total compensation package that includes competitive pay and benefits.Competitive Pay: $34 - $50/hour dependent upon experienceService Vehicle provided by the company; ability to take home each nightContinued training and development: Access to Factory Certified Training with Kohler, as well as support for EGSA certificationHealth & Wellness: medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, employee assistance program and pet insurance.Work/Life Balance: generous paid time off and holiday schedule.Support: 401(k) savings plan with company contributions, tuition reimbursement and training for professional development.Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. All prospective employees will be subject to our pre-employment background screening process following acceptance of a job offer, including criminal background check, driving records, as well as education and work experience verification, depending on the position.We are a drug free workplace and this role is a Safety Sensitive position; drug and alcohol testing will be conducted as part of the post-employment offer process and participation in our random testing program will be a condition of employment.We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity and/or expression, Veteran status or other status protected by law.