Field Generator Technician

Job Description

Job Description

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.  A sample of those duties includes but is not limited to:

• Assemble, install, test, diagnose, repair, and maintain stand-by power equipment using hand and power tools .
• Ability to 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.

Education

• High school diploma/GED (College degree or trade school preferred).

Experience

• Two (2) years of generator technician experience.
• Must have basic knowledge of electricity and the ability to diagnose engine issues and examine serviceable parts for defects and excessive wear. 
• The technician will ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes and OSHA safety standards. 
• This position requires working 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/ Certification/ Registration

• 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.

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