Field Service Technician

The Judge Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,689 - 79,315; Part time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Houston is hiring a field service technician to work on diesel and gaseous-fueled power generation equipment. Candidates must have strong technical and electrical-mechanical skills, and be available for outdoor tasks including emergency responses. This role emphasizes independent work and maintenance reliability, requiring at least 3 years of relevant experience and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in power generation service or industrial mechanical-electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and understand protection relay event logs.
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution and utility load management.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain power generation equipment.
• Troubleshoot controls, batteries, motors, and pumps.
• Perform maintenance and inspections as required.

Skills

Technical skills

Electrical-mechanical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Direct message the job poster from The Judge Group

This position requires a field service technician capable of working independently or in teams on diesel or gaseous-fueled power generation equipment. Requirements include comprehensive technical and electrical-mechanical skills. Works with other NRG Team members to maintain overall equipment reliability with the goal of zero non-start penalties.

Overview

Role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and overseeing diesel or gaseous-fueled power generation equipment. Must be able to respond to alarms, outages, and high-priority tasks outside regular hours to minimize customer outages.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot controls, switchgear, and accessories such as batteries, battery chargers, heaters, motors, and pumps.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs for fuel delivery, ignition, lube oil, cooling, exhaust systems, and engine and component repairs as assigned.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting to electrical contractors, motors, relays, contacts, generator components, and controls as assigned.
• Respond to monitoring alarms and troubleshoot equipment during emergency power outages and scheduled equipment exercise periods. Must be willing and able to respond to these equipment failures and other high-priority tasks outside of regular business hours to minimize customer outages.
• Perform fuel tank maintenance, fuel testing, monthly tank, and SPCC inspections, including follow-up and compliance reporting as required.
• Perform all maintenance and housekeeping items necessary to maintain proper function of assets.
• Provide regular updates, including current operational and maintenance activities and resolved issues.
• Maintain proper records and documentation on equipment status, work history, and recommended future maintenance.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations. Shall also perform NRG site safety audits as assigned.
• Work safely, following the guidelines of company Basic Safety Rules, and complete annual safety training.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external customers, vendors, and other NRG Employees.
• Supervise and manage third party contractors performing work on assigned assets.
• Assist other NRG technicians in the timely and satisfactory completion of all field service activities as assigned.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Perform load testing of company equipment with either load bank or customer load as needed.
• Builds and maintains an extensive internal and external network of contacts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to attend evening and weekend power outages, testing, and tie-in jobs and meetings.
• Must be willing to accept overnight or regular travel to participate in periodic training sessions or other work-related assignments.
• Expected to work extra hours when necessary or when workload requires.
• While on site visits, the employee must wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment, including a hard hat, hard-toed boots, hearing protection (when required), gloves, and safety glasses.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three years’ work experience in power generation service, industrial mechanical-electrical troubleshooting/repairs, or marine engineering including working knowledge of switchgear PLCs, relays, and digital/analog inputs-outputs.
• Be able to read and understand protection relay event logs (Mostly SEL).
• Be able to read and download relay settings (settings to be provided by others).
• Knowledge of Motor Operated Breakers used in closed transition switchgear.
• Knowledge of paralleling switchgear.
• Ability to read and decipher ladder logic.
• Knowledge of the principles of electrical power distribution and utility load management applications.
• Strong AC/DC power skills and the ability to read and interpret schematic drawings.
• Must possess a current valid driver’s license.
• Must reside or be willing to relocate to the Greater Houston area.

Required Skills

• Self-motivated individual who can work independently to develop their own work scopes and action plans necessary to ensure reliability of the assets.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision or job-tasking and comfortable taking initiative.
• Must be able to deal effectively with customers and contractors. Must maintain effective working relationships with diverse workgroups.
• Must value and practice safety, common sense, and good judgment.

Pay range and compensation package

• $49/hr

Additional information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology and Project Management
• Industries: Banking and Financial Services