Technician Trainee (ED-217)

Waukesha-pearce Industries Llc; Wheatland (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waukesha-pearce Industries Llc in Wheatland, OK is seeking a technician trainee with a basic technical aptitude for natural gas engines and compressors. You will learn on the job, observe, and apply gained experience to your duties while documenting technical details clearly.

The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, passing DOT drug/alcohol testing, and maintaining excellent attendance. You will perform shop tasks, assist senior technicians on repairs, read manuals, operate test equipment,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or working toward it; certs from trade school preferred.
• Strong mechanical/technical background relevant to engines and compressors.
• Must be able to pass DOT drug/alcohol testing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Proficient with Windows and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Pass all assigned technical training (online, classroom, on-the-job).
• Correctly perform all shop tasks and assist senior technicians on repairs.
• Complete service reports and paperwork clearly and legibly.
• Read and comprehend manuals related to equipment; operate test equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment; uphold attendance.

Skills

Mechanical background

Documentation

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school certification / military experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Job description

Job purposeA technician trainee will possess a basic technical aptitude related to natural gas engines and compressors. A trainee is expected to be constantly learning, observing, and applying gained experience to their assigned duties. A capacity for critical thinking related to technical troubleshooting and the ability to clearly document technical job details is required as well as excellent attendance and positive attitude.Duties and responsibilitiesSuccessfully pass all assigned technical training being online, classroom and on the jobCorrectly perform all assigned shop taskAssist upper classes of technicians on repairsAccurately complete service report and other required paperwork in a legible, understandable manner. Good technical writing and computer skills are mandatoryEfficiently utilize, read, and comprehend manuals related to the equipment being repairedEnsure all task are completed in the safest and most proficient mannerPromote good welfare and positive attitude among the company and its’ divisionsMaintain an exemplary attendance record- during training and on the jobPerform other duties as assigned that are related to the development of a technician trainee into a higher-class technician- Class B, Class A, Journeymen and Master JourneymenQualificationsMust have or be working toward a High School Diploma or GED, prefer applied certification from accredited trade school or equivalent military experience. If working toward High School Diploma or GED, Trainee must complete to maintain employment with Waukesha Pearce Industries.Mechanical and Technical backgroundKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust have a working knowledge of the above titled position and how it relates to the overall business and its’ objectivesMust meet goals and objectives set forth by the companyMust conform to company policies and procedures set forth by the companyMust have a current driver’s license and acceptable driving record per WPI insurance carrier standard if driving company vehicleMust be able to pass and maintain drug and alcohol testing requirement of the Department of Transportation.Must maintain an exemplary attendance recordMust be able to lift 50 poundsMust be able to bend and twist several times a dayMust be computer literate, a Windows based environment required (MS Word, Excel,PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)Must have the ability to effectively operate test equipment, have technical critical thinking ability, and desire to learn advanced mechanical conceptsMust be dependable and able to work independentlyMust maintain a professional appearanceMust promote and maintain a clean, neat and safe work environmentMust maintain good client relations and display a positive dispositionMust protect the company assets and interestMust be able to furnish all the necessary hand tools and pneumatic accessories that will be used in their day to day activities, along with a tool box for storing these toolsWorking Conditions:Typical hours of work Monday through Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Weekend hours as necessaryOutside/outdoor work as requiredWPI is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in the programs or activities which it operates.En EspanolWPI es una instituci n EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acción afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientación sexual, infomacion genética, identidad de género, o expresión de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.