Thompson Machinery · 4 days ago
EPG Technician
La Vergne, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThompson Machinery has been a leading Caterpillar dealer since 1944, focused on delivering smart solutions and building lasting partnerships. The Electric Power Generation Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of diesel-powered standby electrical generation equipment, working independently across various customer locations.
Machinery Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Ability to interpret technical instructions, safety manuals, service manuals, company policies and procedures
Works with electric and electronic schematics, wiring diagrams and ladder logic; and demonstrates an understanding of single phase and three phase circuit theory and AC/DC circuit theory as well as proficient in the use of test equipment
Experience working with Electrical switchgear experience is helpful
Provides advanced troubleshooting and high-quality repair service on power generation, switch gear and uninterrupted power source responding to customer needs in a positive, safe, and timely manner, ensuring maximum value for work performed
EPG Technicians will have safety, customer satisfaction, and business responsibility within a branch region
Must have the ability to provide exceptional customer experience while identifying, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical generator systems and related engine mechanical systems
Qualification
Required
High school diploma required
Two or more years of previous hands-on electrical diagnostics and advanced troubleshooting experience working on 8.5kW – 2,500kW diesel powered generators
Able to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and on-call hours as required, and must be able to work independently in remote locations
Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, adaptability and a strong customer service focus
Demonstrated sense of urgency and self-initiative, and the personal drive to be successful
Excellent communication skills
Possess and maintain a current, valid state driver's license with a current DOT medical card as required for towing
Must possess basic set of industrial tools, including industrial hand tools, air tools, torque wrenches, and multimeters
Must be able to travel as required generally within territory (averaging up to 20%)
Preferred
Power Generation Technology training or Power Production and Maintenance training through accredited technical schools or military experience preferred
Experience working with Electrical switchgear experience is helpful
Benefits
Various medical plan options, including a no-cost option
Vision and dental insurance
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employer-paid basic life insurance
401k matching
Profit Sharing
8 paid holidays annually
Initially up to 15 days of Paid Time Off annually with increase after five years of service
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Competitive pay
Exposure to world-class CAT training and development
Tuition Reimbursement
Tool Purchase Assistance to buy high-quality tools at deep discounts
Annual stipend toward the purchase of work boots
Company Incentive Bonus Program
Paid Veteran holiday annually to all service members
Training and Development programs
Work uniforms and professional cleaning services
Financial Wellness programs
Company
Thompson Machinery
Thompson Machinery is the exclusive Caterpillar dealer for Middle Tennessee, West Tennessee, and North Mississippi.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
DeWitt Thompson, V
CEO
Mindy Bartel
Chief Financial Officer
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