Field Generator Technician

About the role

The Field Generator Technician will install, maintain, and repair stand-by power equipment (field generators) and associated electrical wiring and equipment, supporting SKSG on Tower Systems Sustainment and Tower Upgrade/Deployment activities up to 500' in height. The technician will be responsible for scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of stand-by power equipment (diesel/propane generators, including Generac, Kohler, Kubota, Cummins, CAT, etc.). The work spans field services with occasional assignments to the warehouse and other duties.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, diagnose, repair, and maintain stand-by power equipment using hand and power tools
• Work from schematics, blueprints, drawings, technical diagrams and bulletins
• Pre-order parts and materials required to perform assigned repairs and maintain inventory
• Plan methods and sequence of performing repairs assigned
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components of the stand-by power system, using test equipment and hand tools to identify the cause and to correct the problem
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company's safety program
• Perform timecard updates daily and sign timecards weekly to support reporting and payroll activities
• Participate as a vital crew member and contribute towards the success of the project and the organization
• Load material or equipment for transport from the shop to the job site and secure as appropriate to prevent damage or safety risks
• Transport materials and equipment to and from job sites
• Operate all company vehicles in accordance with local laws/regulations in a safe and courteous manner at all times

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED (College degree or trade school preferred)
• Two (2) years of generator technician experience
• Basic knowledge of electricity and the ability to diagnose engine issues and examine serviceable parts for defects and excessive wear
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, day or night, working inside buildings under construction, renovation facilities or outdoors on power, tower, broadcast, surveillance, and telecommunications systems
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment, DOT medical screening, post-offer background check, and drug screening

Licenses & Certifications

• Current and clean driver's license required (Commercial driver's license preferred)
• Proof of U.S. citizenship
• Must be able to obtain DOT Medical Card, if no CDL, due to gross weight on vehicles (CDL is preferred)
• Must be able to complete and maintain OSHA-10, authorized tower climbing and rescue, CPR, AED, R.F., basic principles of rigging, and First Aid certifications within 180 days of hire
• By end of first year, must have completed manlift/forklift operator's license/certification and competent tower climbing and rescue