Maintenance Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently working with a leading business within the energy and power generation sector, who are looking to add experienced Service Technicians to their growing U.S. team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a technician with experience working on CHP, gas engines, generators, power generation or similar industrial equipment to join an established organisation and work on a variety of technically challenging equipment across the United States.
As a Service Technician, you will be responsible for the service, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of CHP and power generation systems at customer sites.

• Carrying out planned preventative and corrective maintenance on CHP and power generation equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Attending reactive breakdowns and unscheduled service calls.
• Servicing natural gas and biogas engines, generator sets and associated equipment.
• Carrying out component replacement and major maintenance activities.
• Supporting engine overhauls and refurbishment projects.
• Fault-finding across engines, generators, control systems, relays, protective devices and associated equipment.
• Working from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
• Carrying out electrical and mechanical testing and equipment calibration.
• Providing technical support to customers by telephone when required.
• Completing detailed service reports and maintaining accurate service records.
• Working directly with customers to ensure equipment is operating safely, reliably and efficiently.
• Working closely with the wider technical team and OEMs to resolve complex technical issues.
• Participating in an on-call service rotation.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Service Technician, Generator Technician, Engine Technician, CHP Technician, Power Generation Technician or similar.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience working with gas engines, generators, CHP or industrial power generation equipment.
• The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
• Good diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a hands-on approach.
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• A valid U.S. driver's licence.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a passport.
• Flexibility to travel extensively throughout the U.S. and internationally when required.
• Ideally, 3–5 years' experience within a related technical or industrial environment.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Overtime and call-out opportunities
• Company service van
• Company phone and laptop
• $80 daily per diem while travelling
• Company credit card for business travel expenses
• Medical insurance through Cigna PPO
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match of up to 5%
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• PTO starting at 3 weeks, increasing with tenure
• Manufacturer training and ongoing technical development
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of CHP and power generation technology
• Full technical and manufacturer support

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician looking to develop their career within the CHP, power generation and wider energy sector, with an established business offering long-term stability, technical training and progression.