Technician Level 1

Principal Responsibilities

• Must have the basic understanding of: The theory, principles and repairs relating to internal combustion engines, electrical circuits, and mechanical mechanisms applying to the repair of power generation equipment.
• Ability to learn the mechanical condition of generators, equipment and diagnose component malfunctions.
• Perform service and repair actions based on trainer and supervisor guidance.
• Assists other technicians in performing inspections and servicing of equipment.
• Responsible for cleaning equipment after completion of service or repairs.
• Ability to learn the use of technical manuals, wiring schematics, test equipment.
• Complete Repair Orders, shop time tickets, swap out reports and all other paperwork as necessary.
• Responsible for ensuring the mechanics shop is kept in a clean and orderly condition.
• Responsible for attending all safety meetings and following all safety policies and procedures.
• Basic Knowledgeable in the use of hand and power tools and shop equipment.

Other Responsibilities

• List any additional functions or duties that may be performed by this position. Perform all duties requested by the manager.
• Provide quality and timely customer service.
• Operate overhead crane & forklift.
• Roll wire and pick wire for jobs.
• Wash and clean equipment before and after servicing.
• Help load and unload trucks.
• Rotational on call which may require overnight offshore stays.
• Assist with shop maintenance and clean up.

Job Analysis

• Basic computer skills - This is needed for mechanical troubleshooting programs.
• Good communication skills – In order to provide good customer service and meet customer deadlines as well as keep operations informed of all equipment status.
• Operate Forklift & Overhead Crane – This is required to be able to move equipment to service equipment.
• Ability to Work with Minimal Supervision – After hour call requires technicians to perform service work and meet customer needs with minimal supervision.
• Need reliable Transportation – On call requires technician to go on road jobs to customer site. This requires the use of personal vehicle and technician will be reimbursed mileage.
• Minimum of 0-1 Years Mechanical Experience – Required to know the basic functionality of an engine and how to service to manufacturer specifications.
• Training required during and after probationary period is met.
• Basic safety training - Employee trained by NOV’s 3 rd party training company within 30 days.
• Techician level 1 Training – Will receive an initial two-week training at the Repair Facility with the Portable Power Training Manager. A follow up training session will occur after six months at the employee’s location.
• New hire will work with the Lead Technician for 2-6 months.
• Forklift & Overhead Crane Training - Employee trained by NOV’s 3 rd party training company within 30 days and will train along with NOV personnel until employee demonstrates they can safely operate machine.