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Generac

Home and industrial backup power systems

Generator Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBend, OR, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Four years of experience servicing and troubleshooting Emergency Power Supply Systems is required.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical design, alternating-current and direct-current circuitry, power generation, wiring schematics, and connection diagrams is required.
  • Working knowledge of engine maintenance and troubleshooting of natural-gas fuel systems is required.
  • Knowledge of power generation, light towers, pumps, and heating products is required.
  • Working knowledge of diesel or gaseous engines is required.
  • Working knowledge of transfer-switch operations and spark-ignited systems is required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Generac certification in the air-cooled and Protector Series courses is required.
  • Ability to provide detailed reports within 24 hours and safely respond to emails, texts, and phone calls in a timely manner is required.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate effectively with others is required.
  • Ability to identify and relay critical information to the company, customers, or coworkers is required.
  • Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, snow, and ice, is required.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance is required.
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Transportation medical card and drive a heavy-duty truck may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repairs on generators.
  • Provide emergency and unscheduled generator repairs during normal working hours and after-hours, weekends, and holidays as directed.
  • Perform scheduled preventive-maintenance services and generator repairs.
  • Read and interpret operational manuals, electrical schematics, universal generator literature, and work orders to perform maintenance and repairs.
  • Detect faulty operations and defective materials and report them, along with other unusual situations, to the service manager in a timely manner.
  • Stay current on National Fire Protection Association and state regulations for Emergency Power Supply Systems.
  • Create reports for all work performed in FieldServio.
  • Communicate report findings by phone, email, and in person.
  • Conduct equipment commissioning for industrial and MPS products.

Desired Qualifications

  • Six years of experience servicing and troubleshooting Emergency Power Supply Systems is preferred.
  • An associate degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.

About the Company

Generac

Home and industrial backup power systems

Generac Power Systems provides backup power solutions for homes and businesses, offering home standby generators, portable generators, clean energy options, and related equipment along with remote monitoring and maintenance services. Its products work by automatically supplying electricity during outages and can be monitored remotely, with services to keep systems running. The company differentiates itself through a wide dealer network, direct and partner sales, and a broad lineup that covers residential, commercial, and industrial needs, including sustainability-focused options. Its goal is to ensure reliable power availability across diverse sectors by making backup and clean energy solutions accessible, scalable, and easy to monitor.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Waukesha, WI
Founded
1959

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