Job Description
Job Summary Generator Installer/Technician
Salary Range: Competitive based on your loyalty, commitment, training, and knowledge
Job Location: New Carlisle, OH
Travel Percentage: 80%
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day - with 24/7 call outs as situations required
Job Category: Technical Labor
Department: Service
Direct Supervisor: Service Manager
A Generator Installer/Technician performs skilled journey-level work required to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair emergency standby power and automatic transfer switch equipment. They may be assigned to generator installation projects or dispatched to perform field service work as needed. Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Responsibilities and Duties
Core Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive maintenance on power generation equipment and automatic transfer switches.
- Troubleshoot engine and electrical problems.
- Install emergency standby generators, including associated equipment and infrastructure (e.g., concrete pads, electrical wiring, and fuel lines).
- Process required paperwork within deadlines.
- Maintain parts inventory on service truck.
- Provide excellent customer service.
Essential Job Functions/Tasks:
- Perform preventive maintenance on power generation equipment and automatic transfer switches.
- Perform start-ups on new power generation equipment.
- Perform warranty work on power generation equipment.
- Troubleshoot engine and electrical problems.
- Install power generation systems, including site preparation and wiring connections.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure generator installations meet code requirements and customer specifications.
- Participate in the rotating responsibility of a 24/7 on-call technician schedule.
- May provide guidance and assistance to apprentice/junior employees as required.
- Related tasks as identified by Supervisor.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience with diesel and/or natural gas engines, generators, automatic transfer switches, and/or generator installations.
Required:
- Valid Chauffer's License.
- D.O.T. Physical (Company provided).
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Journey-level mechanical and/or electrical knowledge.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Proficient with computer/tablet/cell phone usage.
- Electrical trade or technical school certificate preferred.
- Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Experience with load bank equipment from various manufacturers.
- Knowledge of installation techniques and site preparation for generators.
- Attention to detail.
- EGSA Certification a plus.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
Equipment/Tools Required:
- Hand tools & power tools required to perform duties.
- Leather steel toe work shoes.
- Service vehicle (company provided).
- Multimeter (Fluke 87 or equivalent).
- Ammeter or amp clamp capable of 1000 Amps AC.
- Phase rotation meter.
- PPE and FR-rated clothing in compliance with NFPA70E (company provided).
Physical Requirements:
- Lift 50 lbs ~ 6x/hr.
- Lift/push/pull/roll (using carts and lifting aids) ~ 100-500 lb loads.
- Climb in/out of service vehicle ~ 8x10x/day.
- Drive service vehicle with trailer attached (may be required to attach and detach trailer to hitch, including hook-up of quick connect for backup/brake lights).
- Twist 180 degrees ~ 2x/hr.
- Bend to waist level ~ 5x/hr.
- Reach above head ~ 10x/hr.
- Kneel frequently.
- Climb ladders or stairs ~ 6x/day.
- Walk on uneven ground.
- Tolerate local area outdoor temperatures ranging from -20 degrees F to 105 degrees F and work primarily outdoors.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $23.00 to $40.00 /hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- New Carlisle, OH 45344 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- New Carlisle, OH 45344: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
