Generator Technician (G)

TDX Global is a subsidiary of Tanadgusix Corporation (TDX), an Alaska Native village corporation created under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971. TDX Shareholders live in, or have ancestral ties to, the village of St. Paul, Alaska. We have an immediate opening at our Fort Bliss location and intend to hire the right person as soon as we find them.

About the role

Responsible for supporting the day-to-day flow of operational responsibilities for a set of Caterpillar 650kW diesel generators producing medium voltage (4160). Serves as a Field Service Representative for our client, supporting our customers’ missions. Must be skilled with the broad range of mechanical, electrical and control issues involved in larger diesel engine driven generator operations. Will serve as the primary point of contact for all troubleshooting and repairs required on the power generations equipment outside of the regular scheduled maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide support as part of an integrated team for a US Army THAAD Fire Unit; embedded with the military component to augment the skills of the soldier operators/maintainers who will provide primary field support for the power generation and distribution equipment.
• Provide support to the soldier operator/maintainer for maintenance and repairs to the Prime Power Unit (PPU) and power distribution equipment while located at locations outside the United States. May be required to provide 24-hour technical support to the Power Systems Manager via a Company issued mobile phone.
• Assist the equipment operators with maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of the power generation equipment as required.
• Troubleshoot and repair any/all faults, failures, and issues with the power generation equipment outside of regular scheduled maintenance that cannot be resolved by the equipment operators.
• Serve as the Field Service Representative to guide the operator/maintainers in the event operations or maintenance tasks fall outside the instructions/procedures contained within the Army TM 9-1430-610-13.
• Support the operator/maintainers in the performance of the following tasks and complete any service/repair not detailed in TM9-1430-610-13:
  • Operations in accordance with the directed Concept of Operations (usually 40 hr/wk)
  • System emplacement and power up
  • Health and status monitoring
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Scheduled maintenance
  • Emergency maintenance
  • Service and Fueling
• Maintain the PPU tool kit, ensuring all special test equipment are properly calibrated and all tools are accounted for.
• Deploy with the assigned team for both local and international assignments to provide support as the PPU Field Service Representative. Assignments could last anywhere from a few weeks to 12 months at a minimum. Must be ready to deploy within 36 hours of being notified. If within the United States, the technician must be able to report to the worksite within 1 hour of being called in the event of an emergency.
• Without direct supervision, solve practical problems with a variety of variables; troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions, within limits of competence in the affected area. For problems beyond your area of specific competence, notify site and TDX management or assigned backups in specialized areas immediately after securing effective equipment or systems and ensuring safety of all personnel in proximity.
• On generating sites, take readings of all instrumentation indicating KWH produced, fuel consumed, voltage, HZ and current at given intervals, usually every two hours. Further readings to support or backup automatic data logging devices will be determined by the site supervision.
• Comply with all required environmental health and safety programs.
• Be available as needed to support operations issues that may arise, unless specific approval has been given by supervision to be out of range of the operations location.
• Work extended work schedules as required supporting the project execution plans and schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license issued by state of residence and in good standing.
• US Passport for International Travel.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with diesel engine driven generators.
• Able to successfully complete the Army’s Soldier Readiness Program and be declared “DEPLOYABLE” by the Deployment Medical Officer.
• Working knowledge of power plant generation systems, UPS systems, high, medium and low voltage distribution systems, control circuitry, control logic, automatic and manual transfer systems, general operating, troubleshooting and repair techniques.
• Extensive working knowledge of principles of diesel generation operations to include, but not limited to, electrical controls, electrical connections, electrical safety, engine operation, maintenance, and repair, testing and troubleshooting of generators, switchgear and other power plant equipment, use of all common trade tools, instrumentation and test equipment as required.
• Experience in using computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and one-line diagrams.
• Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Qualified to operate a forklift, loader, and standard truck.
• Broad knowledge in maintenance methods, practices, schedules, logistics.

Skills

• Computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems.
• Strong technical (mechanical/electrical) and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal, written) and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of functioning independently and undertake various technical roles when required. Able to multi-task.

Preferences

• Skilled with Caterpillar E-Tools.
• Familiar with Megger testing meters.
• Trained in Medium Voltage applications.
• Experience with larger generators and medium voltage.
• Comfortable in military environment and culture.

Pay

This position will pay a minimum of $100,000 a year for a 40-hour work week.