Electric Power Generator Service Technician

Electric Power Generator (EPG) Service Technician – Lafayette, LA Louisiana Cat, a proud Caterpillar® partner for 4 generations, seeks a skilled technician to service and repair power systems of all makes and models in both shop and field environments. Salary $60,000 – $120,000 per year (dependent on experience, skills, and training). Overtime is typically paid on a daily basis after 8 hours worked. Responsibilities Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on diesel and natural gas engines, generators, controls, automatic transfer switches, paralleling switchgear, and fuel supply systems. Accountable for EPG technical instructions, safety and service manuals. Interpret electric and electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic. Create, track, and formalize work order documents on Caterpillar customer service software. Understand Caterpillar’s exchange parts process and conduct financial cost analysis of repairs. Promote the Louisiana Cat brand by maintaining a standard of excellence. Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Strong mechanical aptitude. Basic computer skills (typing, MS Word, Excel, Outlook). 2+ years of electrical diagnostics experience on 8.5kW–2,500kW diesel or natural gas generators, ATSs, and paralleling switchgear (preferred). Commercial/industrial electrical or control experience (highly preferred). Heavy equipment engine experience (highly preferred). Experience with rental equipment (preferred). Must own required tool inventory; Louisiana Cat offers a Tooling Program. Strong customer‑service skills and safety‑first mentality. Familiarity with single‑phase and three‑phase AC/DC circuit theory and test equipment (highly preferred). Job Facts 40+ hours per week; additional hours for emergency calls or routine services. Occasional overnight travel and heavy lifting required. Benefits Health, Dental, Vision, and $50,000 company‑funded life policy (if enrolled in health). Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance. Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, cancer, supplemental life, and other policies. 401(k) plan with company match. Paid holidays and vacation. Technician tool loan program up to $2,000. Safety equipment allowances. Employee discounts. Credit union membership. Technical career development program (shop & field service training). Safety Strict compliance with PPE and all Federal, State, and local safety regulations. All employees must follow company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures. Louisiana Cat is a drug‑free workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to hire U.S. veterans. We use E‑Verify and comply with I‑9 employment eligibility requirements. Click here for rights and more information on discrimination and pay transparency (links removed). #J-18808-Ljbffr Louisiana Cat