Generator Service Technician

MERITUM ENERGY GP LLC•Carrizo Springs, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Pico Propane and Fuels, a Meritum Energy Holdings Company, is seeking a Field Service Technician for its generator rental fleet team in the Eagle Ford service area. The technician maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, commissions, and supports the company’s propane- and natural-gas-powered generator rental fleet and associated equipment to maximize equipment availability, reliability, and customer uptime. Work includes both shop and field assignments, such as preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, startup and commissioning, inspections, and technical support at customer locations. The role participates in an after-hours emergency response rotation to support critical customer operations. The primary coverage area is Eagle Ford. The position supports normal weekday business hours and requires availability after hours, including evenings and weekends, for emergencies and unplanned customer needs, including weather-related events. Occasional travel for training or SOS support may be required. Work is normally performed outdoors, where exposure to extreme heat or cold, fumes, airborne particles, and gases is common. The role has significant physical demands, including frequently handling weights of 50 to 75 pounds and regularly climbing in and out of a commercial motor vehicle. The position requires at least two years of hands-on experience with generators, small industrial engines, or related mechanical or electrical equipment; generator-specific experience is strongly preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record are required. Technical or trade school training is a plus, and a CDL is a plus. Pre-hire DOT medical certification, drug and/or alcohol testing, a physical abilities test, pre-employment screening, and a background check are required.

Requirements

At least two years of hands-on experience with generators, small industrial engines, or related mechanical or electrical equipment; generator-specific experience is strongly preferred.
Ability to read wiring diagrams and basic electrical schematics.
Advanced knowledge of generators and their systems.
Working knowledge of single- and three-phase electrical systems, engine fuel systems, and control panels.
Ability to solve problems and repair equipment on site.
Ability to use navigation tools such as GPS, smartphone apps, web-based maps, or physical maps effectively and efficiently.
Ability to maintain accurate logs and records.
Ability to carry out a series of instructions with limited supervision.
Willingness to learn and grow and to uphold a customer-focused culture that strives to exceed expectations.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift, carry, or move weights of 50 to 75 pounds for approximately 90% of the work shift.
Ability to regularly climb in and out of a commercial motor vehicle multiple times per shift.
Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces as needed.
Hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, grasping ability, and visual acuity sufficient to operate equipment, including at night.
Ability to sit frequently and reach with hands and arms; ability to speak and hear.
Meet pre-hire DOT medical certification requirements and complete drug and/or alcohol testing and a company-provider physical abilities test.
Pass pre-employment screening and a background check.
Availability to work evening hours and weekends as needed and to participate in after-hours emergency response.
Ability to work outdoors with common exposure to extreme heat or cold, fumes, airborne particles, and gases.

Nice To Haves

Proven work experience as a Service Technician.
Generator-specific experience.
Technical or trade school training.
A CDL, particularly if towing equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on the company’s propane- and natural-gas-powered generator rental fleet.
Inspect rental units before and after deployment to verify their condition and readiness.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, fuel system, ignition, cooling, and control system issues.
Replace major components, including alternators, controllers, ignition systems, regulators, throttle bodies, batteries, and cooling system components.
Perform electrical connections for equipment setup, startup, commissioning, and decommissioning.
Conduct operational testing, load bank testing, and performance verification before equipment is released for rental.
Respond to field service calls and troubleshoot and repair rental equipment at customer locations.
Assist with installation, startup, recovery, and demobilization of rental equipment.
Maintain accurate maintenance histories, inspection records, repair documentation, and parts-usage records for fleet assets.
Coordinate with Operations and Dispatch to prioritize equipment readiness and field response.
Maintain the service vehicle, tools, diagnostic equipment, and inventory.
Follow company safety policies, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Recommend and help implement improvements to preventive maintenance practices and fleet standardization.
Participate in the after-hours emergency response rotation and support customer needs during evenings, weekends, emergencies, unplanned activity, and weather events.
Support company growth and retention efforts.