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Commercial Engine Shop Technician Trainee

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LocationHillsboro, OR
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedJan 9, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live2d ago
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Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field
Minimum of 1 year of directly related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment
Equivalent combination of education and work experience
Repair and maintain all makes and models of marine, industrial, and EPG engines and related systems
Perform pre-delivery inspections of engine products
Prep/modify sold engine products before delivery to customer
Assist field technicians making repairs at customer locations
Operate and maintain engine dyno
Provide back-up to Electric Power Shop technicians
Write service reports that accurately document activities
Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards
Operate company or personal vehicle as needed
Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance
Drug screen and background check is required
It’s your time, make it matter.
At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.
Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.
You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!
Job Description
Peterson Cat has a need for a Commercial Engine Shop Technician Trainee based at our Hillsboro, OR location.
SUMMARY
This position performs repairs and maintenance on engines and related systems under supervision from an experienced Technician.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Under supervision of an experienced Technician, perform the following service operations:
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Repairs and maintain all makes and models of marine, industrial, and EPG engines and related systems.
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Perform pre-delivery inspections of engine products
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Prep/modify sold engine products before delivery to customer
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On occasion, assist field technicians making repairs at customer locations
•
Operate and maintain engine dyno
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Provide back-up to Electric Power Shop technicians, as required
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Write service reports that accurately document activities
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Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner
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Operate company or personal vehicle as needed
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Maintain 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 1 year of directly related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Legal
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.