Generator Technician

SUDDEN SERVICE INC; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation

Holidays

401K

Life Insurance

Job summary

SUDDEN SERVICE INC in Louisiana is seeking experienced field service technicians to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel and gas engines, generator sets, and related electrical systems. You will plan work with the Service Manager, travel to customer sites, and ensure equipment operates correctly.

Candidates must have high school diploma or GED, own tools, be able to read diagrams, use a multimeter, and have a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience with diesel and/or gas engines.
• Electrical knowledge and ability to read diagrams.
• Proficient in wiring and power generation is a plus.
• Must have own tools and be able to use a multimeter.

Responsibilities

• Plan effective work and travel schedules with the Service Manager.
• Diagnose malfunctions, repair or replace parts to keep machines operating.
• Provide tools and arrange for facilities to perform repairs on-site.
• Inspect, operate, and test machines on delivery and maintenance visits.
• Complete work orders and related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Stay on-call 24/7 as required.
• Mentor or supervise other technicians on large projects.

Skills

Diesel engines

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Multimeter use

Own tools

Computer skills

Customer service

Valid driver’s license

On-call duty

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeter

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service for equipment designed, manufactured, and marketed by Taylor Machine Works, Inc. Backed by a network of parts and service centers, nationwide dealer support organizations, and factory-trained service technicians, SSI is committed to providing the best parts and service support in the industry. We offer training schools for our service technicians on a regular basis, ensuring the best possible service to Taylor Machine Works’ customers. Sudden Service, INC (SSI) is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927.Duties/Responsibilities:Consults with Service Manager to plan effective work and travel schedule, giving priority to customer need, considering location of machine and availability of parts.Diagnoses malfunctions; repairs and/or replaces worn and defective parts; installs new assemblies, adjusts devices and controls - to correct malfunctions and to keep machines in operating condition.Provides tools and parts and arranges for facilities to perform repair work (usually on customer premises).Inspects, operates, and tests machine upon initial delivery, at specified inspection intervals, and upon completion of any repair work to ensure proper functioning of equipment and its components.Reports to Service Manager such information as name of customer, description of machine, nature of malfunction, the time involved in working, driving, and waiting, mileage, etc. so that proper accounts can be charged, and proper billing can be made.Performs preventative maintenance service to generator sets to include changing engine fluids and filters, inspecting the gensets AC and DC systems, belts, hoses, exhaust systems, and other components. Responsible for load bank testing and testing automatic transfer switches. Responsible for filing the proper paperwork and checklist pertaining to each inspection.Strives to increase technical skills through attendance at company-sponsored vocational schools, annual training meetings of departmental personnel and reading of technical literature.Promotes and enhances company image by maintaining a neat, personal appearance and by keeping the service truck in a clean, polished, and orderly condition.Experienced or advanced servicemen are expected to serve as troubleshooters on recurring or unusual problems, conferring with Engineering, Manufacturing, and other service personnel to resolve.Experienced servicemen will be expected to train new servicemen or to supervise a team of servicemen in the assembling or servicing of large units or in a joint effort on large repair jobs.Must complete work orders and any job-related paperwork (i.e. JSA, inspection reports, cc receipts, etc) in a timely manner.All other duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities:Job requires stooping, bending, climbing, and capability of lifting up to 50 pounds.Technical problem solving and trouble shooting skills.Must know how to use a multimeter.Must have own tools.Must have good computer skills.Work well with others and possess good people skills.Must have a professional attitude and be able to work with customers on a one-on-one basis.Valid driver’s license and good driving record to be insurable by corporate insurance carrier. Must be able to obtain at least a Class D Drivers License.Required on occasion to stay overnight at out of town locations.Required to be on call rotation 24/7 at times.Education and Experience:High School graduate or GED.Must have experience with diesel and/or gas engines including servicing and repairing.Have some Electrical experience and general knowledge of wiring including reading Diagrams, installation and repair of electrical components and circuits. AC and DCExperience with Power Generation would be a plus.Benefits:Medical/PrescriptionDentalVisionVacation10 Holidays401KLife Insurance