Shop Tech

RESA Power, LLC.; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee Ownership Plan

401k matching

Paid time off

Job summary

RESA Power, LLC. is seeking a Shop Tech to receive and execute work assignments supporting shop operations and customer orders. Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, troubleshooting electrical systems, and providing timely test reports.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of related experience, knowledge of OSHA/NETA/IEEE/NFPA standards, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Travel is minimal, with competitive hourly pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NETA, IEEE and NFPA standards.
• Experience with MCCs, breakers, relay testing or related equipment; military training acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Complete incoming visual inspection for defects.
• Troubleshoot, test, maintain, redesign, rebuild, retrofit, and repair electrical equipment.
• Work with transformers, switchgear, breakers as applicable.
• Complete test reports to company and customer standards.
• Maintain strong client relationships through quality work.
• Improve operations and reduce turnaround times in collaboration with others.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Safety standards

Teamwork

Problem solving

Data entry

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Under the direction of Shop Leadership, the Shop Tech receives and carries out work assignments from management and internal customers. These assignments support shop operations and completing customer orders.

Responsibilities

• Complete incoming visual inspection for electrical and mechanical defects.
• Troubleshoot, test, maintain, redesign, rebuild, retrofit, and/or repair electrical equipment. May weld and/or paint as assigned.
• Equipment will vary by location but may include but not limited to transformers, low or medium voltage circuit switchgear, and breakers.
• Complete test reports to Company and Customer standards and timelines.
• Maintain strong client relationships through quality and quantity of work performed.
• Demonstrate a continual effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with other departments to provide a quality and seamless operation.
• Communicate PM, Manager or other designee for effective problem resolution and transfer of pertinent information on jobs in process and complete.
• Work with members of a team to effectively complete work assignment. Receive information from team members and/or leadership regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to effectively complete jobs.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area; observe all company, local, and federal safety rules, location and company best practices, and company policies and procedures.
• Work nights and weekends as business need dictates.
• Provide offsite technical support as required or assigned by manager.
• Complete other duties assigned.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and a minimum of 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of various safety standards such as OSHA and any state safety standards.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as NETA, OSHA, IEEE and NFPA.
• Prefer experience with most of the following or similar: MCC’s, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start-up on switchgear up through 500kV class, etc., or training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, NAVY or another related program).
• Proven mechanical skills and/or experience with different types of low and high voltage equipment (requirement varies on location).
• Able to effectively problem solve.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, looking up information, and/or creating reports.
• Able to communicate oral and written communication skills; follow directions written direction, oral direction, reading work orders and/or specs as assigned; work in a team environment and communicate with team, various departments, and/or Customers as business needs dictate.
• Customer focused – able to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and produce a quality work product.
• For positions that utilize a company vehicle, will be required to have a valid driver’s license.

Additional Information

Travel: 0-5%

Compensation: Pay for a Shop Tech is $22 per hour. Full benefits include medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, Employee Ownership Plan, matching 401k, and paid time off for non-union roles.

Physical Demands: Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs on a daily basis, crawling, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and working in non-ideal conditions.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.