Generator Technician

We are seeking an experienced Generator Technician to support a growing power generation company in the Norfolk, VA and Richmond, VA areas

Position Offers

• Up to $40/hr. If your target pay is higher, we still encourage you to apply-we could request adjustments based on experience and market conditions.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x base rate
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life insurance, PTO, and 401K with company match
• Company-provided tools, laptop, phone, and service vehicle
• Company-sponsored training, certifications, and long-term career growth

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on diesel and natural gas generators ranging from 5kW to 5MW
• Diagnose and repair Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), including bypass isolation and closed transition systems
• Troubleshoot AC/DC electrical systems, control panels, and associated components
• Conduct load bank testing and system performance checks to ensure proper operation and compliance
• Perform generator start-ups, commissioning, and warranty repairs per manufacturer guidelines
• Utilize OEM diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve system issues
• Communicate clearly with customers, documenting service findings, recommendations, and job status
• Manage service documentation, scheduling, and inventory in a field-based environment
• Collaborate with other technicians on large or complex projects as needed

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience servicing diesel and/or natural gas generators and electrical power systems
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical documentation independently
• Generac certification preferred
• Associate degree in electrical or mechanical field preferred
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role with travel and occasional overnight stays

Application Process

If your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations.

If your experience does not match this job description, we still encourage you to reach out to one of our recruiters, so we can learn about your professional aspirations for future job openings.

About Bemana

Bemana provides recruiting services to the nation's equipment and industrial sectors. Our clients and candidates value us for our specialized recruiting expertise, vast knowledge of the equipment and industrial job market, and ability to solve their most challenging employment needs. We have successfully recruited thousands of top-level professionals filling a wide range of management, sales, engineering, and technical positions across the nation.

Referral Program

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