Generator Technician

Pearce Services • Long Beach, NY

10d • $30 - $40

About The Position

Pearce is hiring a Generator Technician to service and repair commercial generators on cell phone towers in the technician’s region. The role involves maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, installing, and replacing generator components or systems, as well as performing maintenance and upgrades on out-of-season equipment. Technicians conduct performance checks, install and test related fuel, water, electrical, and control systems, and respond to power and generator alarms. The position is suited to independent, self-starting candidates willing to travel. Work may involve long-distance driving, extended time away from home, and responding to on-call assignments. 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 installation, 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 and to stoop, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and stand for long periods.
• Ability to inspect and troubleshoot equipment and alarms visually and audibly.
• Willingness and ability to drive long distances, work daytime, evening, or night hours, and work 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 and diagnose and repair generator problems.
• Install or replace generator components or entire systems, and perform 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, controls, and other components; test for proper operation.
• Respond promptly to power and generator alarms, answer assigned phone and email, and assume 24-hour on-call duty when assigned.
• Work safely around hazards associated with power supply equipment, switching gear, and other equipment; use safety equipment and practices.
• Attend and participate in designated safety and training meetings.

Benefits

• Performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, and applicable tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, or per diem.
• Health and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off, including paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development courses and training.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and an HSA option.
• Company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet as required for the role.
• Necessary tools and safety equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed