Utah State University · 1 month ago
Onsite Power Generator Technician (Generator Technician Journeyman)
Utah State University is a premier land-grant institution dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good. The Onsite Power Generator Technician assists Senior Technicians in the installation, maintenance, and repair of campus emergency power systems, while promoting workplace safety and efficiency.
Education
Responsibilities
Repairs and maintenance of diesel engine generators and automatic transfer switches. (Apprentice assists in these efforts)
Performs preventative maintenance inspections on diesel engine generators, automatic transfer switches, and diesel fuel storage systems
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety, efficiency, and environmental practices
Cleans equipment, shop area and work site
Keeps detailed and up to date records on all repairs and maintenance
Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned
Journeyman provides technical guidance and direction to less senior technicians
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 4 years direct work experience in the diesel or gasoline mechanics trade OR a formal trade school certificate of training and/or schooling in the diesel or gasoline trade plus experience to equal 4 years
Skill in the use of various hand and power tools common to the trade
Basic computer skills
Customer service skills
Ability to create, read, understand, and build to specifications from blue prints and schematic drawings
Ability to work without supervision
Ability to service and maintain diesel engine generators
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers
Ability to follow directions
Ability to travel to statewide campuses throughout the year
Comprehensive knowledge of all state electrical, safety, EPA and fire codes
Knowledge and skill in diesel engine mechanics
Knowledge and skill in low and high voltage power systems
Preferred
5 years of direct work experience in diesel engine, automatic transfer switch maintenance and repair and applying journeyman level skills
Benefits
Excellent Benefits
Company
Utah State University
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationUtah State Legislature
2022-01-27Grant· $0.24M
2021-11-11Grant
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