Technician, Engines

Description

Mission Statement 

At MSHS/PPG, our mission is to deliver unparalleled maintenance, repair, and overhaul solutions that drive innovation and efficiency across marine engines, emergency backup power generators, and comprehensive service solutions. United by the legacies of Motor Services Hugo Stamp and Pacific Power Group, we are dedicated to supporting military and commercial sectors with cutting-edge technology, expert support, and sustainable energy solutions. Our team is committed to ensuring every engine, system, and project operates at peak performance, empowering our customers to achieve extraordinary success and shape a sustainable future. 

Job Summary

The Entry Level Workshop Technician (“ELT”) is a new MSHS program for introducing candidates to join our industry of servicing Reciprocating Equipment (primarily comprised of diesel and gas engine components as well as turbochargers). This ELT will join MSHS (“the company”) with minimal mechanical experience and will develop skills and knowledge to perform basic overhaul procedures independently. In this position the ELT will assist and perform assigned tasks on Reciprocating Equipment, applying learned procedures, techniques, and best practices. In this role, the ELT acts in a supportive role to the Workshop Section he/she is assigned to and will be required to perform at least but not limited to the following:

• Daily assigned individual development training (30 minutes/day)
• Disassemble Reciprocating Equipment components under Supervision.
• Conduct professional cleaning of Reciprocating Equipment components
• Use engineering measuring equipment (Metric & Standards) and document measurements as per manufacturer specifications and MSHS ISO standards 
• Operate basic hand-, electrical-, and pneumatic tools
• Conduct general cleaning of the workshop and assigned areas
• Conduct stock inventory and perform stock replenishments of consumable materials
• Participate in frequent career development review meetings with Senior Technicians and Supervisor 
• Become proficient on Microsoft based computer programs

In this position, the ELT will be required to attend individual development training for 30 minutes per day as part of his/her employment. The scope and duration of the learning will be agreed to, prior to starting in the role. For the remainder of each working day for 4 periods of 6 consecutive weeks each, the ELT will be assigned to a Senior Workshop Technician to learn part of a trade, totaling 6 months of On-the-Job Training. Every six weeks, the Senior Workshop Technician will evaluate the ELT on the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of their work. Additionally, they will review tidiness, communication skills, safety awareness, behavior, attitude, and attendance.

After 6 months of Training, the ELT is expected to be able to perform basic overhaul work independently. The ELT may then be assigned full-time to a Workshop section based on the overall performance assessment and depending on the company’s business needs.

Position Type: Full Time

Travel: There are no travel expectations for this position

Compensation: $24 to $40  hourly based on experience  

Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 15 days PTO, 10 Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short/Long Term Disability, 401K with Company Match, Pet insurance, Optional Supplemental Insurances, Legal Assistance for Identity Theft, Health Advocate, Tuition Assistance, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Adoption Aid, Employee Referral Bonuses, (For Field Service Employees: Reimbursement plans for Safety Shoes, Prescription Eye Protection, Luggage, and Airport Travel Clubs)

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• A valid driver’s license

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Lifting up to 50 pounds. 
• The ability to stand for long periods and be comfortable with kneeling, stooping, and working in cramped and uncomfortable positions is required. 
• Should be prepared to twist and turn the body often and must be willing to working outdoors in various weather conditions. 

Fit for Duty

All field and shop employees will require a pre-employment ENG1 Medical Examination (or equivalent). Field service employees will be required to pass the ENG1 Medical Evaluation (or equivalent). The ENG1 Medical assessment is a standard examination can take anywhere between 30 and 45 minutes and will include the following:

• Measurement of height and weight
• A standard eye test and color blindness test
• A hearing evaluation 
• Ear and throat