Technician Trainee; ED

Job Purpose

A 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 a positive attitude.

• Successfully pass all assigned technical training (online, classroom, and on the job).
• Correctly perform all assigned shop tasks.
• Assist upper-class technicians on repairs.
• Accurately complete service reports and other required paperwork in a legible, understandable manner. Good technical writing and computer skills are mandatory.
• Efficiently utilize, read, and comprehend manuals related to the equipment being repaired.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in the safest and most proficient manner.
• Promote good welfare and a positive attitude among the company and its divisions.
• Maintain an exemplary attendance record during training and on the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to developing the technician trainee into a higher-class technician (Class B, Class A, Journeymen, and Master Journeymen).

• Must have or be working toward a High School Diploma or GED; preferred is applied certification from an accredited trade school or equivalent military experience. If working toward High School Diploma or GED, the trainee must complete it to maintain employment with Waukesha Pearce Industries.
• Mechanical and technical background.

• Must have a working knowledge of the position and how it relates to the overall business and its objectives.
• Must meet goals and objectives set forth by the company.
• Must conform to company policies and procedures.
• Must have a current driver’s license and an acceptable driving record per WPI insurance carrier standards if driving a company vehicle.
• Must be able to pass and maintain drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Department of Transportation.
• Must maintain an exemplary attendance record.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend and twist several times a day.
• Must be computer literate;
  Windows 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 concepts.
• Must be dependable and able to work independently.
• Must maintain a professional appearance.
• Must promote and maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment.
• Must maintain good client relations and display a positive disposition.
• Must protect the company assets and interests.
• Must be able to furnish all necessary hand tools and pneumatic accessories that will be used in day-to-day activities, along with a toolbox for storage.

• Typical hours of work Monday through Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Weekend hours as necessary.
• Outside/outdoor work as required.

WPI 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.

WPI es una instituci n EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/accion afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religion, discapacidad fisica o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientacion sexual, infomacion genetica, identidad de genero, o expresion de genero en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.