Power Generation Technician

Interstate Companies, Inc.; Town of Butler (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms - fully supplied by company

Tool program available

Tuition assistance

Health, dental and vision coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO) starts day one

Holidays and floating holidays

401(K) with company matching

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Healthiest You – Virtual Health Care

PPE Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Well-being health screening

Job summary

Interstate Power Systems is seeking experienced or Journeyman Power Generation Technicians for our Butler, Wisconsin location. The role is field-based, servicing customer sites with the ability to complete tasks end-to-end, including diagnostics and repairs on generators and related equipment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in power generation, diesel/gas engine experience, and the ability to work independently, mentor others, and pass DOT physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial power generation.
• Experience with diesel and natural gas engines, switch gear and transfer switches.
• Must have own general tools and be able to lift and work with minimal restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair generators of all makes.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs at customer sites with minimal direction.
• Diagnose, repair, adjust, and modify generator, engine, and switch gear components.
• Interface with service writers, foreman, parts, and customers.
• Keep paperwork updated and meet certification requirements.

Skills

Power generation

Diagnostic computers

Customer service

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification (plus)

Tools

General tools

Repair order systems

Job description

life insurance, paid time off, short term disability, long term disability, tuition assistance, 401(k)

Interstate Power Systems is looking to fill multiple positions with both Experienced or Journeyman level Power Generation Technician(s) for our Butler Wisconsin location. A Journeyman Power Generation Technician will be a resident expert within their assigned field. They will have the ability to work a job from start to finish independently from assignment. Has expertise on all internal systems within their job scope. A Journeyman will mentor other employees by providing training and guidance on use of internal systems. This individual will proactively identify improvements, responds in times of need, and makes themselves available to service team. A Journeyman will have more than 5 years experience as a mechanic in the power generation industry. We provide continued training, education, and certification opportunities to all Technician employees

This is a field position; most repairs will be taking place at customers location.

Interstate Power Systems is a distributor for Volvo Penta, Detroit Diesel Engines, Allison Transmissions, Deutz Engines, and Generators.

Power Generation Technician/Mechanic Job Duties:

• Responsible for troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair on all makes of generators.
• Basic level knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products
• Completing preventative maintenance and repairs on generators or components at the customer site with minimal direction.
• Diagnose, repair, adjust, and modify all components of the generator, engine, and switch gear.
• Positive interface with service writers, foreman, parts department, and customers
• Keep paperwork updated and handed in upon completion.
• Meet requirements for certifications.
• Perform administrative duties as related to role.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with industrial power generation sets.
• Experience with diesel and natural gas engines, electrical switch gear, and automatic transfer switches
• Must have your own set of general tools.
• Be able to work with diagnostic computers for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Use computers for web-based training and repair order system.
• Must be physically able to lift and work with no restrictions.
• Clean driving record and the ability to pass a D.O.T. Physical
• Technical degree or certification a plus
• Positive attitude and excellent customer relationship skills
• Basic level knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products
• The ability to set goals and accomplish them.
• The desire to take advantage of certification opportunities to have the most updated product training.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work with little supervision.

Power Generation Technician/Mechanic Benefits:

• Uniforms - fully supplied by Interstate!
• Tool program - available
• Tuition assistance - for educational and ongoing career growth
• Health, dental and vision coverage - begins on the first day of the following month
• Paid Time Off - (PTO) starts accruing day one of your full-time employment
• Holidays - 6 Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays per year
• 401(K) - with company matching
• Long Term Disability - Supplied
• Short Term Disability - Supplied
• Life Insurance - Supplied
• Healthiest You - Virtual Health Care paid by Interstate
• PPE Reimbursement- Safety Glasses and Safety Boot Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance - We care about our furry friends!
• Employee Discounts - available on products and services
• Paid Employee Assistance Program - Free 24/7 Access to a guidance consultant regarding life challenges you or family member may face
• Paid Health and Well-being screening - for employees and their spouse

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Interstate Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.