Generator Maintenance Technician
About The Position
Woodfin-Your Home Team is seeking a Generator Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and install mechanical and electrical components of air-cooled and liquid-cooled generator sets and related equipment. The technician performs daily work as a mobile service technician in a fast-paced, supportive atmosphere, servicing standby generator systems up to 150 kW. The position includes a rotating on-call service schedule. The company describes itself as a six-time Richmond Times Dispatch Top Workplace that values customer service and the core values of Humility, Integrity, and Respect. It provides employee support that includes work-life balance, paid training, and wellness programs. Woodfin Heating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to mutual respect and inclusion; employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Possess common tools used for automotive and electrical work.
- Strong understanding of combustible engine operation and associated preventative maintenance tasks.
- Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems and circuitry within a complete standby generator system.
- Ability to perform accurate failure analysis and troubleshooting using diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Strong customer service skills and attention to detail in written and digital formats.
- Self-motivated professional with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Fluent written and verbal English skills.
- Valid Virginia driver’s license and positive points on state driving record.
- Must be at least 21 years of age unless company approval is granted.
- Must not have had a DUI, DWI, or reckless driving conviction in the last five years.
- Ability to crawl, kneel, squat, and climb.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Trade school experience; preferred but not required.
- Certifications in power generation or the electrical field; preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, repair, and perform preventative maintenance and service on standby generator systems up to 150 kW.
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair automatic transfer switches and controls.
- Perform complete start-ups on new equipment, including load testing.
- Perform warranty work and use the manufacturer's technical support team as needed.
- Provide accurate documentation for all services performed.
- Maintain accurate parts inventory in the service truck and warehouse.
- Work a rotating on-call service schedule.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Benefits
- Welcoming, family-oriented work environment that supports work-life balance.
- 401(k) plan with Roth and Traditional options, including a 25% company match on up to 6% of income.
- Medical insurance with three plan choices, including Health Savings Account options.
- Dental insurance with two plan choices.
- Vision insurance coverage.
- Flexible spending account.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Access to apprenticeship training programs.
- Scholarship opportunities for employees and their families.
- Cross-training and career advancement paths.
- Paid vacation and PTO accruing from day one.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid training.
- Wellness programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
