Lead Generator Technician
About The Position
CVM Electric is a fourth-generation, family-owned commercial and industrial electrical contractor rooted in Western New York since 1919. The company is launching a new Generator Division and building teams across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. The Lead Generator Technician will help shape the new team from the ground up. This hands-on field role is for an experienced generator technician ready to lead. It combines preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair on diesel and natural gas standby and prime power systems with coordinating, training, and supporting a small team of field technicians. The Lead serves as the team’s technical and job-site safety resource and reports to the Director of Service Operations. Experienced generator technicians who are not yet at the lead level are also encouraged to apply and may be considered for Generator Field Service Technician openings, listed at $35.00–$45.00 per hour.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of hands-on generator maintenance and repair experience, including at least 1 year as a lead or senior technician.
- Strong knowledge of diesel and natural gas engines and AC/DC electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean 5-year driving record.
- Ability to operate a 3500-series truck while towing a trailer.
- Ability to pass a background check and DOT physical.
- Own basic hand tools; CVM provides specialty and diagnostic tools.
- Availability for regular travel within an assigned territory, including overnight travel.
Nice To Haves
- Manufacturer certifications from Cummins, Caterpillar, Kohler, Generac, or MTU.
- Journeyman Electrician license.
- CDL Class A or B.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance, load bank testing, diagnostics, and repairs on standby and prime power generator systems.
- Troubleshoot generator controls, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and related electrical equipment.
- Install, commission, and start up new generator systems.
- Coordinate technicians on job sites, including larger installations, startups, and emergency calls.
- Train and mentor technicians on diagnostics, repair procedures, and safe work practices.
- Check completed work and review service reports for accuracy.
- Lead job-site safety briefings.
- Participate in candidate interviews.
- Respond to emergency service calls as part of an after-hours and on-call rotation.
Benefits
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- PTO that grows with tenure.
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k).
- Profit-sharing program.
- Opportunity to grow with a new division.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
