Commercial Engine Lead Technician

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too.  You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Power Systems has an immediate need for an experienced Commercial Engine Lead Technician at our Hillsboro, OR location

SUMMARY

This position performs service activities in the shop on customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment.  Provides technical support, repair procedures and process to shop technicians, provide on the job training for other shop technicians.  Acts as Service Supervisor back-up.  Facilitates completion of large and complex projects in the shop.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.

• Promote and work in a manner consistent with contamination control guidelines.

• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.

• Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.

• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.

• Perform inspection on equipment as needed. 

• Attend scheduled technical training, and safety training.  This training may be in person or online (virtual).

• Perform the following service operations on Caterpillar and allied equipment with little to no supervision:

• Ensure assigned company vehicles maintain a clean professional appearance and is in proper working order.

• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed to visit branch locations or customers.

• Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field; and a minimum of 6 years of directly related experience commercial engine service; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.