Generator Technician

Pearce Services•Long Beach, NY

11d

About The Position

Pearce is hiring a Generator Technician to service and repair commercial generators on cell phone towers in the technician’s region. This role suits independent, self-starting technicians willing to travel and interested in learning and growing in the telecom industry. Work includes maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, installing, and replacing generators and their components, as well as performing readiness checks, upgrades, and other maintenance. The technician follows design specifications, installs associated systems and components, tests equipment, and responds to generator or power alarms. The role requires safe work practices, compliance with OSHA standards, travel and on-call availability, and may involve extended time away from home. Duties may change based on business and client needs.

Requirements

At least one year of intense work-related experience with generator and electrical maintenance-related software, hardware, and processes.
Thorough knowledge of generator installations, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledge of electronic, mechanical, and electrical components.
Moderate computer skills.
Basic knowledge of pertinent FCC, FAA, EPA, and OSHA regulations.
Ability to comply with OSHA standards.
Ability to lift over 50 pounds; stoop, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and stand for long periods.
Ability to inspect and troubleshoot equipment and alarms effectively, both visually and audibly.
Willingness and ability to drive long distances and work day, evening, or night hours, overtime, emergency callouts, weekends, and holidays as required.
Ability to assume 24-hour on-call duty when assigned and be away from home for extended periods.
Ability to pass a DOT physical.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience with generator maintenance.

Responsibilities

Maintain generators, diagnose and repair problems, and install or replace components or entire systems.
Perform additional maintenance or upgrades on out-of-season equipment.
Conduct performance checks and regular maintenance to ensure generators are ready for operation.
Read and follow blueprints or other design specifications when installing or repairing equipment.
Install fuel and water supply lines, pumps, electrical wiring and controls, and other components; test for proper operation.
Respond promptly to power and generator alarms, and answer assigned phone and email promptly.
Work safely around hazards associated with power-supply equipment, switching gear, and other equipment; use safety equipment and follow safety practices.
Attend and participate in designated safety and training meetings.
Travel long distances and perform work at varying times, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency callouts as required.
Assume 24-hour on-call duty when assigned and be away from home for extended periods when required.