Power Generator Technician

Reporting to the Director, Facilities, the primary focus of the Power Generator Technician is to provide first class technical solutions to ensure emergency, paralleling electrical/self-generating equipment is in top operating condition in order to sustain and support profitable Yaamava’ Resort & Casino operations. This role is responsible for repairs and troubleshooting primarily of diesel, electrical or natural gas generators and assist as needed to troubleshoot issues with system from generation to electrical transfer cable/conduits, controls, and distribution panels. The Power Generator Technician is also responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and repairing plant electrical, instrumentation, and (distributed) control systems. When not actively engaged in disaster recovery or assigned Central Plant operational activities, this role is accountable for identifying current vendor outsourced repairs and preventative maintenance that are ideal to bring inhouse for cost savings and lead time purposes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1.    Performs and inspects Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems on Tier 4 generators. Performs preventative and corrective maintenance of Tier 4 and standby generator systems 5 KW through 3200 KW.  Commissions, services, and repairs equipment throughout its useful life.  Performs original equipment manufacturer (OEM) warranty work and start-up service.   2.    Analyzes complex problems in electrical equipment and machinery and interpret maintenance manuals, using knowledge of systems and electronics to isolate and correct the fault.    3.    Troubleshoots and diagnoses emergency repair procedures of AC/DC controls. Troubleshoots and diagnoses gas, solar, steam and diesel industrial engines.  Troubleshoots and repairs automatic transfer switches, to include bypass isolation, and closed transition types as well. Repairs and performs preventative maintenance service (oil and filters), troubleshoots AC and DC circuits, removes and replaces any and all components as necessary, performs warranty work per manufacturer’s guidelines, and performs start-up/commissioning on new generators and generator systems.    4.    Performs testing, calibration, checking, correcting, adjusting and part component replacement services.  Performs load bank testing on generator(s) to ensure units are in the proper operating conditions and meet applicable code requirements.   5.    Optimizes plant preventative maintenance program to meet OEM recommendations, regulatory requirements, and corporate maintenance philosophy. Responsible for maintaining logs, manuals, records, blueprints and operating procedures in a neat and professional manner. Provides written reports on control system conditions when required.     6.    Completes required documentation, such as service worksheets, timesheets, warranty claims via handwritten forms or business system input screens.  Reports and tracks documents pertaining to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Air Quality Management District (AQMD) required data.    7.    Assists Utility Plant Operators with daily responsibilities involving Cogen generators.  Mentors and trains other facilities team members on how to troubleshoot and maintain Tier 4 generators.  8.    Provides comprehensive operations and maintenance support for the enterprises distributed generation projects, which typically includes managing both solar and natural gas generation assets, as well as energy storage resources.9.    Responsible for supporting the implementation of converting outsourced projects to inhouse operations and ensuring future department success.  10.    Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.  .

Education/Experience/Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the back-up generator industry or a transferable industry is required.
• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.
• Demonstrated experience working with Tier 4 diesel engines, electrical equipment and machinery is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of how Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) equipment works to support pollution control.
• Experience with control circuits and programmable logic controller (PLC), diesel engine repairs, natural gas engine maintenance, switchgear maintenance and repair, generator installation and repair, etc.
• Solid knowledge of basic distribution protective relay testing, breaker function testing, and generator testing is required.
• Must be able to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of generator installations, maintenance, and repair of generators; advanced knowledge of electronic, mechanical, and electrical components; familiarity with solar panels, moderate computer skills; basic knowledge of pertinent Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Environmental Agency (EPA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of or ability to learn gas and diesel industrial engine fuel systems and controls is required.
• Advanced knowledge of automatic transfer switches and control logic is required.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal daily supervision.
• Must be able to work in a safe manner at all times.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in a professional manner.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
• A qualified candidate/employee must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30 hr. certificate is required or must have the ability to obtain certificate within one year.
• Advanced technical certifications are preferred.

Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.

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