Generator Field Service Technician I

Kirby Corporation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Corporation is seeking a field service technician to diagnose and repair customer equipment at various site locations. Expect 90% travel to field sites handling diesel engines, generators, and related power units.

You will perform major repairs, routine maintenance, and parts replacement while maintaining accurate paperwork and safety standards. The role requires a High School Diploma/GED and 3–7 years of related experience; technical certification in automotive or diesel repair is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3–7 years of related experience.
• Technical certification in automotive, lift truck, heavy equipment and/or diesel engine repair is required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately troubleshoot and diagnose problems with customer's equipment.
• Identify and order parts needed for repairs and routine maintenance.
• Perform complex and/or major repairs on customer equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance following guidelines and schedules.
• Complete work orders and time sheets accurately and promptly.
• Assist junior technicians as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow quality standards and safety procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic thinking

Communication

Critical thinking

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DMMs

Insulation tester up to 15kV

Hi-pot tester up to 34kV

Thermo imaging cameras

Gas detectors

Laser tachometers

Manometers

Multichannel data acquisition systems

Job description

Overview

Responsible for diagnosing problems and performing complex and/or major mechanical, electrical, power generation equipment repairs , hydraulic and pneumatic repairs at the customer’s place of business are on customer's field locations. Equipment to include power generation equipment, Frac equipment, coil tubing units, pumping units, and other oil field equipment.

Amount of Travel Required: 90%

Responsibilities

• Accurately troubleshoot and diagnose all problems with customer's equipment.
• Identify and order parts necessary to complete repairs and routine maintenance.
• Perform complex and/or major repairs on customer's equipment. Replace parts and equipment as
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to established guidelines and schedules.
• Complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate and timely manner.
• Assist lower-level Technicians in completing work assignments as necessary.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform all work in accordance with established quality standards and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform work accurately and
• Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to use critical thinking and reasoning to solve a
• Ability to produce a new concept, continuous improvements to production processes.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job
• Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality
• Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available
• Ability to work extended hours and adapt to changing scheduling.
• Ability to define problems verbally and in writing
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given
• Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company
• Must be able to work independently. Experience with inverters (VFDs), batteries, load banks is a plus.
• Must be organized and able to take ownership of work areas.
• Use a variety of electronic test equipment including DMMs, Insulation tester up to 15kv, Hi-pot tester up to 34kv, thermo imaging cameras, sound meters, gas detectors, laser tachometers, manometers, multichannel data acquisition systems.
• Use a variety of hand, power and various precision measurement tools.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required production testing.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Good understanding of diesel, GAS engines and generator technology.
• Ability to multitask. Complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate and timely
• Perform all work in accordance with established quality standards and safety procedures
• The trait of being dependable and Able to work independently

Computer Skills

Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education (GED) and three to seven years related

Certificates & Licenses

Technical certification in automotive, lift truck, heavy equipment and/or diesel engine repair required.

Other Requirements

Other preferred Software skills:

CAT-ET, MTU Diasys, Detroit DDDL, Danfoss plus 1 service tool, Deep sea electronics, Danfoss VLT, LabVIEW, ACSELERATOR QUIKESET. Direct knowledge of all these software’s is not required. Will be trained in use of diagnostic software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities

Stand

C (Constantly)

10 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

Walk

C (Constantly)

11-20 lbs

F (Frequently)

Sit

O (Occasionally)

21-50 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Handling / Fingering

F (Frequently)

51-100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

Reach Outward

O (Occasionally))

Over 100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder

O (Occasionally)

Push / Pull

Climb

O (Occasionally)

12 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

Crawl

O (Occasionally)

13-25 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel

F (Frequently)

26-40 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Bend

F (Frequently)

41-100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Sense of Smell

Sense of Touch

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, and/or customer

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work at various customers' place of business outside and/or in a shop environment.

The company had reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.