Generator Field Technician (Commercial, LV/MV Electrical, Power Distribution, Mechanical, Microgrid, Data Center)

Service Technician – Commercial Generators

Summary

Responsible for ongoing maintenance and repair of contracted and non-contracted generator and power distribution equipment. Additionally, this position is responsible for technical support to customers on operational or maintenance aspects.

• Provide 24x7 “on-call” services as required unless on PTO or Off Call.
• Maintain and safeguard company issued equipment, tools, and instruments.
• Battery installations and replacements.
• Perform required preventative maintenance service to equipment under contract as scheduled.
• Customer contact and interface.
• Communicate availability status to corporate office.
• Protect company proprietary information, manuals, and records.
• Use of electronic and electrical test equipment as necessary.
• Cross train in other areas as needed.
• Willing and able to attend training as company deems necessary.

Qualification Requirements

• Level II Technician requires three years of field experience servicing generator systems with some experience on 500kw+, proficient with preventative maintenance, retrofitting basic controls, minor ATS repairs and loadbanking equipment.
• All Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED equivalent, related military experience or equivalent field experience.
• Ability to perform triennial maintenance, engine diagnostics, fuel system priming and replacing failed engine components.
• Operational and functional understanding of Automatic Transfer Systems, able to troubleshoot and repair with minimal direction.
• Experience with or ability to quickly learn advanced generator and electric system controls including Woodward, Beckwith, and PLC equipment in an advanced electric controls environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, safety manuals, service manuals and policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must observe all safety standards.

Essential Functions

• Daily travel with independent work structure.
• Maintain and safeguard company issued equipment, tools, and instruments.
• Perform battery installations and replacements.
• Provide technical support to customers upon request.
• Maintain Technical documentation for study and/or review.
• Own and maintain personal set of mechanical tools.
• Coordinate and manage all on-site subcontractors hired by PSS as necessary.
• Ensure that work is performed to PSS standards.
• Complete all paperwork, including Field Service Reports, Time Sheets, Expense Reports, and other job required reports timely and accurately.
• Work is 85%+ in an outdoor environment in all types of weather.
• May involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-75 pounds).
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting.
• Occasionally required to use hands, to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
• Combination of climbing and balancing to include climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Must have the physical ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to Protective Glasses, Protective Gloves, and Protective Footwear as required.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to read computer screens, paper documents, equipment.
• Ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals.
• Up to 10 consecutive hours driving heavy duty truck.
• May be required to work long and unpredictable hours.
• Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally and hear others speaking.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background check, drug testing and MVR clearance.

About Us

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers. Join Our Power Team!