Generator Service Technician
About the job
- A valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain the company’s insurance criteria are required.
- A Department of Transportation medical card is required, or the ability to obtain one.
- Prior generator experience is highly preferred.
- Experience servicing diesel engines is required.
- Military, Electrical Generating Systems Association, or factory certification is highly desirable.
- Ability to comprehend and troubleshoot from wiring schematics is required.
- Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, is required.
- Must pass a background check and periodic drug screens.
- Service customer generators, including troubleshooting, repairs, planned maintenance services, and start-ups.
- Perform maintenance on automatic transfer switches.
- Process required paperwork.
- Maintain parts inventory on the service truck.
- Care for, clean, and maintain the service truck.
- Provide customers with recommendations for needed repair work.
- Military, Electrical Generating Systems Association, or factory certification is highly desirable.
About the company
Buckeye Power Sales distributes electrical power generators across Ohio, Indiana, and the Chicago area and also sells outdoor power equipment in central Ohio. Its generators provide backup power for public buildings, businesses, institutions, homes, and other facilities when the local utility outages occur, with a focus on reliable power and good support. In addition to generators, the company offers outdoor power equipment and landscape maintenance solutions to municipalities, landscape professionals, homeowners, and others, helping keep grounds in good shape. What sets Buckeye apart from competitors is its combination of generator distribution and outdoor power equipment in one company, along with a base of repeat customers and a practical, service-oriented approach rather than just selling gear. The company’s goal is to ensure customers have power when they need it and to deliver high-quality equipment and support that keep properties running and grounds cared for.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Twinsburg, Ohio
Founded
N/A
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 2026 site updates highlight active locations in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Chicago.
- Open 2026 roles in Romeoville, Twinsburg, Canal Winchester, and Indianapolis signal continued expansion.
- Management promotes internal leaders in 2024, reinforcing retention and operational continuity across divisions.
What critics are saying
- Rehlko exclusivity concentrates supplier power; any OEM shift would hit distribution economics fast.
- Career postings show technician demand; persistent vacancies signal service-capacity strain by 2026.
- No public acquisition momentum or fresh product pipeline leaves BPS vulnerable to larger rivals.
What makes Buckeye Power Sales unique
- 1947 family-owned Rehlko generator distributor with 250+ employees and 11 Ohio-Midwest locations.
- BPS offers sales, parts, rental, and factory-trained service across generators and equipment.
- Emergency dispatch and on-site delivery support uptime-focused customers in Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Parental Leave
- Bereavement Leave