Overview
We're looking for an experienced Residential Standby Generator Service Technician to join our team on a part-time, as-needed basis. This position is ideal for an experienced generator technician looking to supplement their current income or someone seeking flexible work.
This is not an entry-level position. We are seeking a technician with proven experience servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing automatic residential standby generators that restore power during utility outages.
When homeowners lose power, they depend on their generator to start automatically. Your role will be to diagnose why a system failed to operate, perform the necessary repairs, complete preventive maintenance, and ensure the generator is ready for the next outage.
Employment Type
- Part-Time
- As-Needed / On-Call Scheduling
- Flexible hours based on customer demand and service calls.
- Opportunity for additional hours during storm seasons and periods of increased demand.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled maintenance on residential standby generators.
- Diagnose and repair generators that fail to start or operate during utility power outages.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, engine, fuel, battery charging, and control system issues.
- Test and verify proper operation of automatic transfer switches (ATS), controllers, batteries, and safety systems.
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and manufacturer service manuals.
- Replace defective components and verify proper operation after repairs.
- Explain findings and recommended repairs professionally to homeowners.
- Complete accurate service reports and documentation.
- Follow all safety procedures while working in residential environments.
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience servicing and troubleshooting residential standby generators.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose generators that fail to start automatically during power outages.
- Strong knowledge of residential electrical systems and generator controls.
- Experience with brands such as Generac, Kohler, Cummins, Briggs & Stratton, or similar.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and use diagnostic equipment.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Preferred
- Factory training or manufacturer certifications.
- Electrical license or additional technical certifications.
- Experience performing warranty repairs.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who can confidently respond to a homeowner who says:
"The power went out, but my generator never started."
If you know how to quickly diagnose the problem, perform the repair, and ensure the generator is ready for the next outage, we'd like to hear from you.
Please note: This is a part-time, as-needed position, so we're seeking technicians who are comfortable with a flexible schedule based on customer service demand.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
