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Job Information

Waukesha-Pearce Industries Field Tech Class B (ED) in Soldotna, Alaska

Description

To follow through on basic tasks assigned to them on natural gas engine components and compressors. Communicate well with lead technician on progress or any special circumstances that may affect the job. Promote safe work practices and insure that JSA and all HSE requirements for job are followed. Fill out a detailed service report daily, review with the lead technician and have them signed daily. To assist on PM's, repairs and field overhauls with other technicians. To learn trouble shooting steps on engines and compressors. Must be able to pass the Waukesha GET class.

Duties and responsibilities

The Field Technician - Class B is responsible and accountable for, but not limited to, the following:

  • Perform tasks as assigned by supervisor/management and or lead technician, with supervision.
  • Determines the best possible procedure to perform job safely and effectively.
  • Assist in performing Waukesha Service Bulletin upgrades as sent by factory.
  • Have lead technician inspects work at each step checking tolerances and correct fit.
  • Demonstrates excellent productivity for job task being performed.
  • Complete all required paperwork including service reports, JSEA, PM sheets and parts order forms.
  • Work safely and maintain the work with high standards of housekeeping.
  • Performs required Preventative Maintenance activities on company own and personally own equipment (such as, air tools, air compressor, truck, and crane).
  • LO/TO of every job assigned and reviewed with lead technician.
  • Must own basic tooling for position, (open end and boxed end wrenches from 1/4 -1"), (3/8"and 1/2" ratchet and socket sets), (3/8 and 1/2 inch torque wrenches), (Air impacts 3/8, 1/2), (screw drivers sets), Hammers, sledges, and a fluke 87 volt ohm meter, at a minimum).
  • Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor/management.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years working on Industrial Engines (natural gas/diesel, etc).
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Has attended and passed basic OEM Gas Engine Technology (GET) or equivalent.
  • Must have a valid driver license and have a driving record that complies with WPI insurance requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of OEM equipment both natural gas engines and compressors.
  • Knowledge and experience of tooling.
  • Basic mechanical principles and mathematics.
  • Must be able to perform basic electrical diagnostics.
  • Must be proficient in computer skills (basic operation, Windows, and Micro Soft Office)
  • Must be proficient using precision measuring tools.
  • Truck crane operation experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

WPI is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in the programs or activities which it operates.

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