Experienced Commercial Generator Technician
About The Position
Pearce Services is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Pearce is seeking an Experienced Commercial Generator Technician with excellent mechanical and electrical capabilities. This role involves hands-on experience servicing diesel and/or natural gas generators, as well as automatic transfer switches (ATS), across various power systems from manufacturers like Caterpillar (CAT), Cummins, Generac, and Kohler. The position supports field-based work, servicing customer sites across the region, and is ideal for independent, self-motivated technicians who enjoy variety, road travel, and working directly with clients in the telecom and commercial sectors.
Requirements
- Two or more years of experience with generator maintenance, specifically for units of 500 kW and above, with a preference for 3,000 kW or higher.
- Minimum of two years of intense work-related experience with generator and electrical maintenance-related software, hardware, and processes.
- Thorough knowledge of generator installations, maintenance, and repair of Generators; knowledge of electronic, mechanical, and electrical components; moderate computer skills.
- Basic knowledge of pertinent FCC/FAA/EPA/OSHA regulations.
- Must have electrical and mechanical aptitude, relating to diesel and/or natural gas engines, generators, and automatic transfer switches
- Previous experience working with power generation equipment, such as diesel generators and gaseous generators. [CAT / Caterpillar; Cummins; Generac; Kohler; etc.]
- Must be available and willing to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and respond to emergency calls as needed.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and provide proof of insurance eligibility.
- Basic computational skills, including the use of a laptop as it pertains to receiving correspondence and service tickets, as well as proficiency using Microsoft Office products and Adobe Reader.
Responsibilities
- Travel to customer sites and perform scheduled preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of state-of-the-art diesel and natural gas generators [CAT / Caterpillar; Cummins; Generac; Kohler; etc.]
- Accurately troubleshoot and diagnose power generation equipment, including problems with Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), and generator controls, AC, and DC.
- Travel to customer sites within the required response time to perform, diagnose, and repair emergency maintenance on generator equipment.
- Complete required documentation in a timely and accurate manner, using the company computer system(s) and properly assess & report the urgency of all needed repairs.
- Interact with customers in a professional and courteous manner.
- Conducting performance checks and regular maintenance on generators to ensure proper readiness, reading and following blueprints or other design specifications to install or repair.
- Install fuel and water supply lines, pumps, electrical wiring and controls, and other components, and test for proper operation.
- Be responsible for responding promptly/timely to Power/Generator alarms; have the ability to be on call 24/7 if necessary and respond promptly to answering assigned phone and email
- Perform work with the awareness of all potential hazards connected with the installation and maintenance of power supply equipment, switching gear, and other equipment, including but not limited to falls, electric shock, falling objects, and traffic; use safety equipment and utilize safety practices; attend and participate in all designated safety and training meetings
Benefits
- performance and referral bonuses
- production incentives
- tool/equipment and fuel stipends
- company vehicle
- per diem or other applicable compensation
- comprehensive benefits package
- health and life insurance
- 401k with employer match
- paid time off
- tuition reimbursement
- professional development courses
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- flexible spending accounts
- HSA option
- paid vacation
- paid holidays
- company-matching 401(k) Retirement
- Life Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- professional development training
- company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
