Sr. Field Service Technician - Power Generation

About the role

Perform preventative maintenance, start-ups, and repairs on generators; including automatic transfer switches, diesel, and gaseous engines. Promote safe and efficient operation of duties. Travel required.

Key Accountabilities

• Service, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul engines, genset systems and their electronic and mechanical systems.
• Lead on-site work, maintain active list of project timelines and prioritize job tasks.
• Prepare work estimates.
• Commission and operate engines and genset systems.
• Instrument genset systems and record test data.
• Inspect parts to assure conformance to specification.
• Maintain engine, system and equipment log books.
• Maintain detailed records of daily activities.
• Identify and request parts and tools to perform job functions.
• Work with product groups on product design development.
• Provide input for updates of service manuals and bulletins.
• Instruct customers in safe engine operation, shutdown procedures and troubleshooting.
• Provide technical assistance to other service personnel.
• Analyze technical data.
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required.

  Basic Requirements

  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship.
  • We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
  • Two years mechanical or technical trade school and 5 years field service with mechanical or electrical troubleshooting experience; or 7 years field service experience.
  • Ability to lift, push, pull weights in the 20-60 lb. range.
  • Ability to travel 60-80% on short notice international and domestic.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent knowledge of electronics and ability to read blue prints and electronic schematics.
  • Ability to bend down, stand over, lay down and complete work tasks within the tight confines typical of genset enclosures and compartments and/or engine rooms for long periods of time.
  • Strong ability in the operation and troubleshooting of engines, instrumentation and electronic engine controls.
  • Strong ability in the use of mechanical and electric hand tools.
  • Strong ability in the use of measurement and testing tools for mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Strong ability in technical language and engineering terminology.
  • Strong knowledge in the principles of electronics, physics, hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Strong knowledge in the operation of internal combustion engines.
  • Strong knowledge in the physical properties of fuels, coolants, lubricants and oils.
  • Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite.
  • Experience with MTU engines and electronics.
  • Experience in gaseous engine service industry.
  • Experience in testing of gaseous engine components.
  • Experience in rigging of weights up to 1 ton.
  • Experience in report and service letter writing.

  Company Information

  Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.