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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Field Technician, Power Systems - **Company:** Western States Equipment - **Location:** Meridian, ID, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Information Technology - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87770970/1 ## About the Role * Excellent understanding of power systems products, including engines and generators. * Ability to remove, install, disassemble and assemble components without supervision. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. * Ability to learn and use computer systems (ET, STW, Parts Integration, SIS Web, AX * Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others. * Consistent attendance and timeliness. * Able to work overtime with little or no notice., * Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). * Associate Degree from an accredited vocational school preferred or comparable work experience required. * Four years minimum experience in power systems or working on heavy equipment in a Caterpillar or similar environment with Industrial engine required. * Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English). PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: * Must be able to stand for long periods of time along with walking, sitting, repetitive climbing stairs, reaching (including but not limited to above-shoulder reaching), repetitive bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting. * Able to lift up to 50 lbs in accordance with Western States' Lifting Safe Work Practice to include amount and approach. * Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies. * Exposure to extreme temperatures and environment. * Exposure to high noise level. * Exposure to fumes. ## Description * Troubleshoots, inspects, and operates power systems products with limited to no assistance. Asks for occasional assistance from Power Systems Field Technician in failure analysis and diagnosing problems for quality control. * Gives diagnosis to Power Systems Field Service Supervisor and works to achieve an accurate estimate. * Uses technician tools, including but not limited to: service manuals, operations manuals, SIS Web and STW effectively to address technical issues. * Uses SIS to accurately determine parts required for repair and communicates repair needs with Parts Consultant. * Advises and mentors Power Systems Technicians levels I and II with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and quality control. * Directs others on limited basis as required in the absence of Power Systems Field Service Supervisor. * Performs all required tasks in accordance with printed procedures. * Requests another Power Systems technician to conduct quality control review of repaired power systems products. * Writes service report for every power system repair in detail. Prints off hardcopy of service report with work orders and saves to server. * Assists other Power Systems Technicians on large repairs. * Handles all customer inquiries in a prompt and professional manner. * Adheres to all customer care standards. * Actively cares and advocates safety at Western States. 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