Journeyman Power Systems Technician

About Western States Equipment

Western States has a long legacy of providing quality equipment and excellent service to customers. Since 1956, our vision is to make our communities stronger, cleaner, and more productive, not just with our products and service – but through our people.

We are committed to:

• “Building our Communities for a Better Tomorrow”
• Performance through our values: SAFETY, EXCELLENCE, TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, and INNOVATION
• Customer and Employee Care Commitments:
  Conveying Warm and Empathy, Actively Listening, Building Trust, and Saying Thank You

Recognized as one of the top private companies to work for, we put our employees first. We are fiercely committed to SAFETY and sending every employee, safely home, every single day. Our comprehensive benefits package and complete wellness programs include:

• Three weeks of accrued PTO to start, increases with tenure
• Company paid health care premium option for employees
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness dollars
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Educational reimbursements, tool loans, and safety & tooling dollars
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Care leave

At Western States, we empower every employee, every day to work and promote a safe environment to ensure all employees, vendors, and clients have a safe work environment while adhering to all applicable procedures and standards. This includes maintaining clean/clutter‑free personal work areas and wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified in safety policy.

The Power Systems Technician Journeyman is responsible for independent diagnosis, failure analysis, and repair for power systems and industrial equipment, under the supervision of the Power Systems Service Advisor. Duties include, but are not limited to, removing, repairing, assembling, and installing equipment according to manufacturer specifications and the technician’s skillset.

• Demonstrates troubleshooting skills on various engines and generators.
• Performs appropriate testing while comparing data to specifications to determine if the system is working as designed.
• Repairs and diagnoses engine and generator failures according to WSECO’s time‑requirement guidelines.
• Performs tasks independently, including inspections and troubleshooting, when scheduled for required preventative maintenance service.

• Completes engine preventative maintenance and inspects/repairs internal engine components including common rail fuel systems and SCR/DEF systems.
• Troubleshoots and repairs industrial engine/generator components.
• Demonstrates understanding of various electrical issues and repairs them when required.
• Understands, tests, and repairs complex electrical systems, including but not limited to Deutsch and Ampseal connectors, 6/12/24 battery voltage systems, and various harness types.

• Participates in continued education and training initiatives as outlined in the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan (TCDP).
• Utilizes service manuals (STW, SIS, and parts books) to address technical issues and perform all required tasks within technician level abilities, in accordance with printed procedures.
• Utilizes parts reusability guidelines.
• Completes actual service reports for files and warranty purposes using STW for timely work order closing.
• Addresses all inquiries promptly and friendly to meet or exceed internal/external client expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned while developing a mindset for technician productivity.

• Ability to navigate Microsoft products.
• Ability to obtain job‑related certifications for any specialty equipment such as forklifts, rigging, and overhead cranes.
• General knowledge of manufacturer‑specific software (SIS, ET, and STW).
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Consistent attendance and timeliness with the ability to work overtime with limited notice.
• Working within and promoting Western States’ purpose, vision, and values.