Residential Generator Electrician

Hutton Electric, Heating & Air•Norfolk, VA

1d•$35

About The Position

I’m David and I run Hutton Electric, Heating, and Air. I’m glad you stopped by our hiring page. We started this business in 2015 from our kitchen table and it has grown to be an INC 5000 fastest growing company since. We’re growing and looking for the best and brightest to grow with us. If you’re looking for a company you can trust your career with that is truly local and invested in their team: look no further. The owners are lifelong residents in our community, with several generations in the trades, and our business is truly family-owned and operated. We have been blessed with many opportunities to work hard and build a team we believe in; in order to fulfill our mission. That mission is: Be Hampton Road’s best home service company by providing care, growth, and opportunity ensuring every team member is happy and serve the seven cities, proudly offering a 100% satisfaction guarantee of high-quality residential home services. Hutton’s legacy serves Five Star Rated service to homeowners, business owners, and churches throughout the Tidewater area. As our Generator Specialist, you’ll be responsible for complete lifecycle service of residential standby generator systems, including: ✅ Installation & System Integration Install whole-home standby generators and transfer switches Perform proper load calculations and circuit planning Coordinate electrical tie-ins, grounding, and bonding Ensure all work meets NEC, local codes, and manufacturer specs Work alongside gas/propane providers and inspectors when needed ✅ Commissioning & Startup Perform full system commissioning after install Program controllers and set operating parameters Verify voltage, frequency, and transfer operation Test under load conditions Educate homeowners on operation and safety ✅ Preventative Maintenance Conduct scheduled maintenance services Oil, filter, spark plug, and battery replacement Cooling system and fuel system inspections Transfer switch testing System health reporting ✅ Diagnostics & Troubleshooting Diagnose no-start, no-transfer, fault codes, and performance issues Interpret controller data and error logs Identify electrical, mechanical, and control failures Perform root-cause analysis ✅ Repairs & Upgrades Repair generators, ATS systems, controls, and wiring Replace failed components and sensors Upgrade older systems to current standards Restore systems to full operational readiness

Requirements

Journeyman/Master Electrician (or equivalent experience)
Generator-specific experience
Strong troubleshooting skills
Clean driving record
Professional appearance and communication
Have a minimum of 2 to 5 years of verifiable work experience in the Electrical industry with Residential Generator maintenance, repair, and installation experience.
Must be highly detail-oriented due to the nature of the electrical field to ensure safety for fellow technicians, self, and property.
Must be team-oriented
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and fellow coworkers
A High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
Valid driver’s license, and approved to drive by Company’s insurance carrier.
Willing to work hours outside of normal work schedule at times and on call schedule periodically

Nice To Haves

Apprenticeship Certification Preferred but not required
Journeyman License Preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Install whole-home standby generators and transfer switches
Perform proper load calculations and circuit planning
Coordinate electrical tie-ins, grounding, and bonding
Ensure all work meets NEC, local codes, and manufacturer specs
Work alongside gas/propane providers and inspectors when needed
Perform full system commissioning after install
Program controllers and set operating parameters
Verify voltage, frequency, and transfer operation
Test under load conditions
Educate homeowners on operation and safety
Conduct scheduled maintenance services
Oil, filter, spark plug, and battery replacement
Cooling system and fuel system inspections
Transfer switch testing
System health reporting
Diagnose no-start, no-transfer, fault codes, and performance issues
Interpret controller data and error logs
Identify electrical, mechanical, and control failures
Perform root-cause analysis
Repair generators, ATS systems, controls, and wiring
Replace failed components and sensors
Upgrade older systems to current standards
Restore systems to full operational readiness
Coordinate with utility service providers and local code officials to ensure proper guidelines are established.
Responsible for adhering to all OSHA safety standards and regulations including the use of proper PPE at all times
Keep truck clean, stocked and accurately inventoried