Loadbank Technician

Hawthorne-Ca

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

A great work environment and culture

Career growth and advancement

Training

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Medical Video Appointments available

Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay

401(k) Plan + Company Matching

Health and Dependent Care FlexibleSpen

Employee Assistance Programs

Legal Plan

Travel Assistance Plan

Wellness Programs

Referral Bonus Program

Longevity Bonus Program

Recognition Programs and much more

Boot Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Supplied Uniforms

Advanced Technical Training

Job summary

Hawthorne Cat is seeking an experienced electrical service technician to join our team in California. The role involves repairing, maintaining, and rebuilding electrical equipment in service shops or in the field, with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and minimal labor hours.

Responsibilities include diagnosing failures, performing AC/DC repairs, conducting training for customers, and generating warranty reports.

Qualifications

Must have a valid California Class C driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must understand and implement OE arc flash standards and the correct use of PPE.
Open to enrolling in training to become a state certified electrical worker.

Responsibilities

Makes warranty recommendations and prepares reports for warranty service jobs.
Performs AC/DC electrical repairs.
Attends training classes and passes required grades.
Diagnoses system and component failures.
Conducts customer training on proper use of electrical equipment.
Performs installation surveys and defines corrective actions for proper system function.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Customer communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

POSITION SUMMARY:

With minimal supervision, will perform duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance and/or rebuilding of electrical equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient and capable manner in the least amount of labor hours possible, and without re-work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Makes warranty recommendations and prepares reports when performing warranty service jobs.
Performs A.C. and D.C. electrical repairs.
Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades in all.
Recommends actions to correct failures or problem.
Take customer troubleshooting calls & update Rental/Sales Reps.
Adheres strictly to all Company's safety, housekeeping, credit and other rules, policies and procedures.
Maintains a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers and personnel from other HPS departments.
Diagnoses system and component failures.
Upholds all safety & housekeeping standards
Demonstrates proficiency in reading technical data and schematic drawings.
Performs new and used equipment start-up for delivery to end-user.
Conducts customer training in proper use of electrical equipment.
Performs installation surveys and defines corrective actions needed to assure proper systems functions.
Performs resistive / reactive load testing of generators.
Works with other Departments on Loadbank needs
Any other function your manager deems necessary

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must have a valid California Class C driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must fully understand and implement all OE arc flash standards and the correct use of all related PPE.
Must be open to enroll in training to become a state certified electrical worker.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.

Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.

Lifting: Up to 50 lbs. daily, frequent exertion. Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.

Handling: Works with hands.

Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.

Standing: Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance work.

Climbing: In and out of equipment.

Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books and may operate heavy equipment.

Talking: Communicates via telecommunications, in writing, and in person.

Sitting: Sits in equipment and in vehicles.

Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.

Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and work sites and to receive communication via telecommunications and in person.

Laying: Lies in prone position under equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
Temperatures/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.