Engine-Generator Assembly Technician (Night Shift)

The Taylor Group; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Taylor Group in Richland, MS is seeking an Assembly Technician for power generation equipment. You will lay out, drill, tap and assemble electrical sub-panels and enclosures, mount components to equipment, and follow blueprints.

This full-time night-shift position requires reading instructions, using hand tools, and lifting up to 50 pounds. You will troubleshoot, work with others, and may operate a forklift after a test.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Experience with Power Generation would be a plus.
• Must have good technical problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Must work well with others and possess good people skills.
• Job requires stooping, bending, climbing, and capability of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions.
• Skills to perform mechanical assembly jobs using small hand tools.
• Must pass test to operate fork-lift.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, drill, tap, and assemble electrical sub-panels and enclosures.
• Mount and interconnect components to equipment per blueprints.
• Provide in-house and in-field electrical service support as needed.
• Assemble parts and subassemblies to build diesel generators and gas engine-generator sets using hand tools and precision instruments.
• File and deburr parts; clean parts with solvent and compressed air.
• Position rotors/armatures, install shafts, and adjust airgap with precision measurements.
• Secure assemblies with bolts and wrenches.
• Align heads to ensure rotation; insert shims to adjust airgap; measure clearance.
• Lubricate bearings with grease.
• Assemble external parts (fans, covers, etc.) to build units.
• Level/align units on bedplates or test bases and connect to drive motors or test equipment.
• Dismantle equipment after testing and inspect for wear.
• May be designated Engine-Generator Assembler.
• Fit or weld parts together.
• Some assemblies require adhesives and epoxies.
• Assemble on subassemblies or finished products.

Skills

Technical problem solving

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Forklift operation (tested)

Reading blueprints/instructions

Mechanical assembly

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

The Taylor Group in Richland, MS is seeking an Assembly Technician for power generation equipment. You will lay out, drill, tap and assemble electrical sub-panels and enclosures, mount components to equipment, and follow blueprints.

This full-time night-shift position requires reading instructions, using hand tools, and lifting up to 50 pounds. You will troubleshoot, work with others, and may operate a forklift after a test.