Generator Technician

Pearce Services•Corpus Christi, TX

8d•$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 position suits an independent, self-starting person willing to travel and work in a fast-paced telecom environment. Technicians maintain, diagnose, and repair generators; install or replace components or complete systems; and perform maintenance and upgrades on out-of-season equipment. They also conduct performance checks, follow blueprints and design specifications, install fuel and water lines, pumps, wiring, and controls, and test equipment. Duties may change with business and client needs. The role requires prompt response to power and generator alarms, including 24-hour on-call availability when assigned. Work must be performed in compliance with OSHA standards and with awareness of hazards associated with power equipment and its installation and maintenance. The role involves extended travel and time away from home, long-distance driving, physically demanding work, and varied hours, including evenings, nights, overtime, emergency callouts, weekends, and holidays as required. Candidates must be able to pass a DOT physical. The stated base pay range is $30–$40 USD. Compensation may also include performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, a company vehicle, per diem, or other applicable compensation. Full-time employees are offered a benefits package. Role-dependent equipment may include a company vehicle, phone, laptop or tablet, tools, and safety equipment.

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 extended periods.
Ability to inspect and troubleshoot equipment and alarms effectively, both visually and audibly.
Willingness and ability to drive long distances, work varied hours, and be away from home for extended periods.
Ability to assume 24-hour on-call duty when assigned and work overtime, emergency callouts, weekends, and holidays as required.
Ability to pass a DOT physical.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience with generator maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain generators; diagnose and repair problems; install and replace 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 and controls, and other components, and test them for proper operation.
Respond promptly to power and generator alarms, and answer assigned phone calls and email promptly.
Work safely around hazards associated with power supply equipment, switching gear, and other equipment; use safety equipment and practices; and attend designated safety and training meetings.

Benefits

Performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, and per diem or other applicable compensation may be available.
Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including health and life insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid time off, including paid vacation and holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
Professional development courses and training.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts and an HSA option.

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