Vital Power is looking for Generator Service Engineer's to join their growing team in the North West and The South of England. As a Generator Service Engineer, you will have an integral role within the service team, assisting in the delivery of the business's on-site activities. You must be able to work independently or as part of a team to meet customer expectations and achieve our company goals.
Responsibilities:
- To cover all aspects of generator servicing including oil and filter changes and oil, fuel, and coolant sampling.
- To conduct load bank testing on customer-owned generator units.
- To accurately fault find and diagnose both mechanical and electrical issues.
- To work on a broad range of generator/engine brands including (but not limited to) Cummins, Perkins, Caterpillar, John Deere, Volvo, Scania, Iveco, and Dorman.
- To be able to work independently on engines from 2kVA to 2.5mVA.
- To complete all types of engine repairs (both mechanical and electrical).
- Fuel pumps, engine belts, starter motors, fuel hoses, cooling systems, AVM’s, etc.
- Batteries, battery chargers, water jacket heaters, starter cables, key switches, etc.
- To be able to interrogate different control systems such as DSE, ComAp, and DEIF.
- To understand changeover systems.
- To be able to complete or assist with mechanical engine rebuilds / top-end overhauls.
- To be able to complete or assist with control panel upgrade works/retrofits.
- To assist with projects where required.
- To demonstrate knowledge and experience of both mechanical and electrical skill sets.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Previous experience in similar generator services companies or within the power generation industry
- Valid CSCS/ECS card
- Ability to manage own workload and establish priorities
- Experience in working effectively as part of a team as well as independently
- Ability to solve problems with a positive attitude
- Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
- Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
- Willingness to undertake further training as required for professional development
- Able to liaise with customers professionally and convey information
Desirable:
- Brand-specific generator training courses
- Controls systems training courses
- Electrical qualifications – City & Guilds, 17th/18th edition