Field Tech Class C (ED-242) (4720)

Waukesha Pearce Industries, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Waukesha Pearce Industries, LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Field Technician – Class C trainee to learn troubleshooting and repair of natural gas engines under lead technicians. The role emphasizes safety, detailed reporting, and working with a mentor to develop hands-on skills.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and basic tooling. Training will cover preventive maintenance, tooling use, and proper documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a mechanical aptitude.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver license and have a driving record that complies with WPI insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks as assigned by supervisor/management and/or lead technician (Mentor).
• Work safely and maintain high standards of housekeeping.
• Demonstrates satisfactory productivity for job tasks assigned.
• With direction from supervisor, complete all required paperwork including labor reporting and documentation of quality control and material movement.
• Perform required Preventative Maintenance activities as directed by supervisor.
• LO/TO of every job assigned and reviewed with crew.
• Must own basic tooling for position as listed.
• Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor/management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

4-cycle natural gas engine knowledge

Hand and pneumatic tooling

Safety awareness

Basic math

Computer skills (Windows, MS Office)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools and pneumatic tooling

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Houston, TX 77035, Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades, Job purpose

To be able to follow instructions and retain knowledge on Waukesha and other natural gas engines. Works with lead technicians who are assigned to be their mentor. Promote safe work practices and insure that JSA and all HSE requirements for job are followed. Learn to complete detailed daily service reports. Work with lead technicians to learn the proper procedures in trouble shooting and repairing natural gas engines. Class C technician is a trainee with little to no knowledge of the natural gas industry.

Duties and responsibilities

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

• Perform tasks as assigned by supervisor/management and or lead technician (Mentor).
• Work safely and maintain the work with high standards of housekeeping.
• Demonstrates satisfactory productivity for job task assigned.
• With direction from supervisor, complete all required paperwork including labor reporting and documentation of quality control and material movement.
• Performs required Preventative Maintenance activities as directed by supervisor.
• LO/TO of every job assigned and reviewed with crew.
• 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), (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./management.

Qualifications: Qualifications

• Must have a mechanical aptitude.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver license and have a driving record that complies with WPI insurance requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have effective communication skills (listening and comprehension).
• Basic knowledge of a 4 cycle natural gas engine and their components.
• Knowledge and experience of tooling, hand and pneumatic.
• Knowledge of safety aspects when handing tools and working around natural gas engines and compressors.
• Basic mechanical principles and mathematics.
• Must be proficient in computer skills (basic operation, Windows, and Micro Soft Office)

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.

En Espanol

WPI es una institució n EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acció n afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientació n sexual, infomació n genética, identidad de género, o expresió n de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.