Generator Technician A

THE TAYLOR GROUP INC•Covington, GA

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Generator Technician A performs service and maintenance work on generator sets, usually at customer premises. The role works with the Service Manager to plan work and travel around customer needs, machine location, and parts availability. The technician completes preventative maintenance, tests generator systems and related equipment, maintains accurate inspection and work-order documentation, and represents the company professionally when working with customers. Training and technical development are supported through company-sponsored vocational schools, annual departmental training meetings, and technical literature.

Requirements

Good technical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Know how to use a multimeter.
Must have own tools.
Good computer skills.
Ability to work well with others and good people skills.
Professional attitude and ability to work one-on-one with customers.
Ability to stoop, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Availability to stay overnight at out-of-town locations when required.
Availability for a 24/7 on-call rotation at times.
High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record sufficient to be insurable by the corporate insurance carrier.
Must be DOT certifiable; must be at least 21 years old to be DOT certified.
Experience with diesel and/or gas engines, including servicing and repairing.
Some electrical experience and general wiring knowledge, including reading diagrams and installing and repairing electrical components and circuits.

Nice To Haves

AC and DC power generation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Consult with the Service Manager to plan work and travel schedules, prioritizing customer needs and considering machine location and parts availability.
Provide tools and parts and arrange facilities for repair work, usually at customer premises.
Report customer and machine details, malfunction information, work and travel time, waiting time, and mileage to the Service Manager for account charging and billing.
Perform preventative maintenance on generator sets, including changing engine fluids and filters and inspecting AC and DC systems, belts, hoses, exhaust systems, and other components.
Perform load bank testing and test automatic transfer switches.
File the required paperwork and checklists for each inspection.
Develop technical skills through company-sponsored vocational schools, annual departmental training meetings, and technical literature.
Maintain a neat personal appearance and keep the service truck clean, polished, and orderly to promote the company image.
Complete work orders and related paperwork, including JSAs, inspection reports, and credit-card receipts, in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.