Commercial Engine Shop Technician Trainee

Commercial Engine Shop Technician Trainee

Peterson Cat has a need for a Commercial Engine Shop Technician Trainee at our Eugene, OR location.

This position performs repairs and maintenance on engines and related systems under supervision from an experienced Technician.

Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.

• Work in a matter consistent with Contamination Control Guidelines.

• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship

• Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines

• Be on call to respond to customer service needs during the evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Under supervision of an experienced Technician, perform the following service operations:

  • Repairs and maintain all makes and models of marine, industrial, and EPG engines and related systems.

  • Perform pre-delivery inspections of engine products

  • Prep/modify sold engine products before delivery to customer

  • On occasion, assist field technicians making repairs at customer locations

  • Operate and maintain engine dyno

  • Provide back-up to Electric Power Shop technicians, as required

  • Write service reports that accurately document activities

  • Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner

• Solicit information regarding opportunities for generator system sales and service and pass information to generator systems sales staff and engine PSSR in a timely manner

• Perform work and conduct yourself in a matter that is consistent with company goals, mission statement, and core values

• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner

• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis

• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed

• Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance

Qualifications:

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field; and a minimum of 1 year of directly related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.