Generator Technician

Bay City Equipment Industries; Galt (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service vehicle provided

Factory Kohler training

EGSA certification support

Health & wellness benefits

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bay City Electric Works in California seeks an experienced Generator Technician (Level 2/3) to repair, troubleshoot, and maintain generators for a variety of customers in the Sacramento market. The role offers a non-exempt hourly wage and potential after-hours work.

The position requires 18 months to 5 years of hands-on generator work, knowledge of generator control systems, and multi-skilling across electrical/mechanical tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or related experience/training.
• Engine and mechanical system knowledge and diagnostics on generator issues.
• Knowledge of generator control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, and procedures.
• Ability to write routine reports and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to travel; valid driving license (Class C; Class A/B a plus).
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Flexible team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to BCEW customers.
• Perform engine repairs and electrical troubleshooting using schematics.
• Maintenance and repairs on generators of all sizes; start-ups and hand-offs with PM team.
• Execute load bank testing and other tests; document results for customers.
• Train junior technicians and assist other team members.
• Present test results and required repairs to customers; provide end-user training as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Galt - Galt, CA 95632

Salary Range: $34.00 - $50.00 Hourly

Bay City Electric Works is hiring for an experienced Level 2 or 3 Generator Technician for our Sacramento area market to repair, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial generators.

Who We Are

Bay City Electric Works (BCEW) is a family-owned business which was founded in 1932 and has been a KOHLER distributor for 60 years. Our vision is to Develop Powerful People to be #1 in Power. We have aligned our vision with our goal to become the go to generator systems supplier in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. As such, we are building a winning team of experts who are committed to providing total power solutions to our customers.

What We Do

The Bay City Electric Works team provides generator, air compression, and engine solutions for life's power needs. Offering quality brands like KOHLER® and Doosan, our experts provide solutions for data centers, water & sewer districts, healthcare facilities, utilities, military bases, hi-rise buildings, hi-tech, bio-tech, pharmaceutical, government, airports, retail, manufacturing, casinos, and residences.

The Job

• Provide exceptional customer service to all BCEW customers
• Perform engine repairs and conduct electrical troubleshooting; diagnose and assess electrical problems using electrical schematics
• Perform repairs, diagnostic procedures and regularly scheduled maintenance on generators of all sizes
• Perform start-up of new generator units of all sizes, working closely with our Project Management team to allow for a clean hand-off
• Perform load bank or other necessary testing
• Document all tests and findings from 85-point inspections to provide feedback to customers
• Assist other technicians, train junior team members or learn from more experienced techniciansGather and present information to customers on work performed and/or needed repairs
• Provide end user training, as necessary, on how to operate equipment
• Maintain compliance with all applicable safety and environmental policies and procedures

This is a non-exempt, hourly position which is eligible for overtime pay. Work hours are typically 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Technicians may be required to work after standard business hours and/or during the weekend to meet customer needs. Technicians can expect to be placed on the on-call rotation schedule (approximately once every five to six weeks) and will receive compensation for being on-call and for work on after hours service calls.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 18 months - 5 years of experience working on generators of all sizes, especially hands on experience with generators 500KW and larger
• Engine and mechanical system knowledge and skills diagnosing generator issues required
• Knowledge of generator control systems required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to meet deadlines and make critical decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to maintain a driving record capable of maintaining a Class C license; Class A or B license is a plus, but not required
• Willing to travel, sometimes over night or for week-long factory training
• Computer literate in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Flexible team player

What We Believe

• Demonstrate family values and embrace diversity
• Understand the value of reputation and relationship
• Keep our Customers at the venter of all we do
• Exhibit modesty and humility alongside confidence
• Accept challenge and make it happen
• Embrace BCEW Team's "Always On and Always Safe" environment

We believe in an ALWAYS ON environment whereby power is accessible to all. We believe in developing our team to become experts in generators and power systems to ensure zero downtime for our customers. We celebrate shared values, a shared vision, and a shared mission. Bay City Electric Works takes great pride in our ability to back up our product offerings and we believe in investing in our people, providing them with development opportunities and the resources necessary to sustain a first-class level of support.

What you will enjoy

• Competitive Pay: $34 - $50/hour dependent upon experience
• Service Vehicle provided by the company; ability to take home each night
• Continued training and development: Access to Factory Certified Training with Kohler, as well as support for EGSA certification
• Health & Wellness: medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, employee assistance program and pet insurance.
• Work/Life Balance: generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Support: 401(k) savings plan with company contributions, tuition reimbursement and training for professional development.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. All prospective employees will be subject to our pre-employment background screening process following acceptance of a job offer, including criminal background check, driving records, as well as education and work experience verification, depending on the position.

We are a drug free workplace and this role is a Safety Sensitive position; drug and alcohol testing will be conducted as part of the post-employment offer process and participation in our random testing program will be a condition of employment.

Bay City Electric Works is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity and/or expression, Veteran status or other status protected by law.