Pacific Power Group is looking for an experienced Power Generation Technician to join the team in Auburn, WA! This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented and dynamic team.

Sign-on Bonus: up to $5000, based on skills and experience.

As a Journey Level Power Generation Technician you will maintain, test, and troubleshoot and repair diesel and gaseous generator sets and ancillary equipment per approved factory and company procedures.

Pacific Power Group is engaged in the sales and service of new and re-manufactured Allison Transmissions, industrial engines, power generation products, and marine power solutions. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service to all of our clients and are characterized by steadfast integrity and a deep commitment to providing distinctive value through the talent and expertise of our people.

Salary: $34.75 to $48.50 per hour, based on skills and experience.

Benefits include: Health insurance, 15 Paid Time Off ("PTO") days, 9 Paid Holiday's, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k) matching, Referral Program, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Parental Leave, Professional Development Assistance, Employee Assistance Program.

What you will do:

• Perform field inspections of generators. Determine generator condition by conducting inspections & diagnostic tests.
• Identify and repair problems with electrical and mechanical systems. Perform load bank test, calculate KW for testing.
• Complete tune-ups and/or the repairs identified during the diagnostic process.
• Troubleshoot & repair AC and DC controls and equipment such as engine controllers, Automatic Voltage Regulators, battery chargers, block heaters, automatic transfer switches and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot & repair diesel and gaseous engines.
• Conduct up-fit modifications to new power generation equipment.
• Load test batteries, check and repair charging systems.
• Verify generator performance by conducting tests, adjusting controls & systems as needed.
• Maintain records with an accurate documentation of service and repairs.
• Keep company tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions

What we need from you:

• Basic knowledge of AC 110-690 VAC system fundamentals and work practices
• Basic knowledge of DC systems fundamentals and work practices
• Knowledge of generators, diesel and gaseous engines, controls, and systems.
• Understand basic operation of transfer switches and switch gear.
• Knowledge of mechanical & electronic governors.
• Ability to understand wiring diagrams, motors, transformers
• Ability to use vendor diagnostic software to identify and repair deficiencies.
• Ability to work safely around electrical components.
• Ability to qualify new and used parts for the job being performed.
• Ability to complete jobs assigned with little to no supervision.
• Excellent customer service skills which includes both verbal and written communications.
• Must work /communicate well with electricians, contractors, site managers.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities/training and reading technical and regulation publications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clearly and concisely
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, emails, typing, etc.)

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and go up to 100 pound with assistance
• Ability to see, hear, talk and touch
• Ability to use repetitive motion using various tools
• Ability to travel by car or air
• Ability to work in a fast-paced/high pressure environment

Pacific Power Group shall abide by the requirements of 40 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

Pacific Power Group will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Pacific Power Group will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Pacific Power Group will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because they are a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or Armed Forces service medal veteran (hereinafter collectively referred to as “protected veteran(s)”) in regard to any position for which the employee or applicant for employment is qualified.

Pacific Power Group will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of physical or mental disability in regard to any position for which the employee or applicant for employment is qualified.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)