Commercial Engine Lead Technician

Job Description

Peterson Power Systems has an immediate need for an experienced Commercial Engine Lead Technician at our Hillsboro, OR location.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Promote and work in a manner consistent with contamination control guidelines.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
• Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Perform inspection on equipment as needed.
• Attend scheduled technical training, and safety training. This training may be in person or online (virtual).
• Perform the following service operations on Caterpillar and allied equipment with little to no supervision:
  • Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Repair, replace or rebuild engines, fuel systems, generator control systems, switch gear, marine power systems, etc.
  • Write service reports that accurately document diagnosis and repairs performed.
  • Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner.
  • Back up Service Supervisor and/or service manager on larger jobs, problem situations, and problem solving and/or job estimates beyond flat rates.
  • As well as back up for vacations, meetings, etc.
  • Provide technical support and OJT for other technicians in the shop.
  • Assist Service Manager with performance evaluations and feedback of observations of technicians in the field.
  • Open and Close all shop work orders with-in 7 days from LDL.
  • Maintain a positive working environment.
  • Track large or special customer jobs through repair process to insure they are completed in a timely manner, parts are ordered properly, repairs are done accurately, and safe.
  • Responsible to keep service manager informed and updated on daily shop operations and possible problem situations, including any redo.
  • Maintain excellent communications and cooperation with all co-workers, management, and other company departments.
  • Support company safety and housekeeping standards.
  • Report lost, broken, or stolen equipment to the service manager.
  • Provide written recommendations to service manager for needed improvement for tooling and/or equipment.
  • Aid parts, service, and engine sales personnel in preparation of job quotes.
  • Attend store meetings to review:
    • Completion and accuracy of service reports.
    • Flat rates.
    • Service up-dates, policies, etc.
    • Problem areas.
    • Parts inventory.
    • Training, communications, and working relationships.
    • Ensure assigned company vehicles maintain a clean professional appearance and is in proper working order.
    • Operate company or personal vehicle as needed to visit branch locations or customers.
    • Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field; and a minimum of 6 years of directly related experience commercial engine service; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Generous benefits.
• Promotional opportunities.
• Family-owned and operated business.

Pay

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Schedule

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Skills

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Company Information

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.