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National Power

Provides backup power systems and maintenance.

Generator Technician

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Associate's
Atlanta, GA, USA
RemoteOvernight stays at job sites may be required; travel is required for service calls and training.
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma is required.
  • An excellent driving record and a valid driver's license are required.
  • The employee must be able to provide verbal and written reports on job status, repair recommendations, and equipment or supplies needed.
  • The employee must account for time spent on jobs and travel.
  • Good computer skills and comfort with Microsoft software, including Internet Explorer, Word, Excel, and Adobe PDF, are required.
  • The employee must be able to perform required vehicle maintenance and maintain the required parts inventory and security of company property, including a cell phone, laptop, specialty tools, and other assigned items.
  • Good problem-solving during emergency situations or situations with limited resources is required.
  • The employee must be able to work in various weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts.
  • Physical requirements include lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds; using ladders, scaffolding, stairs, ramps, and similar structures; working with hands to grasp, turn, or otherwise manipulate items; entering data using a keyboard; pushing and pulling; entering restricted or confined spaces; operating machinery or equipment controls with the feet or legs; clear vision for small objects or print and computer use; and sitting for extended periods.
  • A criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and Department of Transportation physical examination are required.
Responsibilities
  • Perform maintenance and repairs on generators and parallel systems ranging from 5 to 5000 kW, including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting AC and DC circuits, replacing components, performing warranty work according to manufacturer guidelines, and starting up and commissioning new generators and generator systems.
  • Troubleshoot and repair automatic transfer switches, including bypass-isolation and closed-transition types.
  • Troubleshoot and repair diesel or gaseous engines, including ignition components, injection systems, and valve adjustments.
  • Perform load-bank testing on generators to verify proper operating conditions and compliance with applicable code requirements.
  • Assist other technicians on large, multi-person jobs and with complicated troubleshooting.
  • Manage difficult or emotional customer situations, respond promptly to customer needs and service requests, solicit customer feedback to improve service, and meet commitments.
  • Attend training courses in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and other training as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate degree in an electrical- or mechanical-related field is preferred.
  • Current Generac Power Systems certification is preferred.
  • Experience as a U.S. Air Force Electrical Power Production Specialist, U.S. Navy Electrician's Mate, generator field service technician, or uninterruptible power supply field service technician is preferred.

About the company

National Power provides reliable backup power solutions using Generac industrial and commercial generators, batteries, and essential power components. The company sells, installs, and maintains backup power systems to help businesses in North Carolina, South Carolina, and beyond stay powered during outages. Its products combine Generac generators with batteries and related components, installed on-site and supported by ongoing maintenance services, ensuring readiness when the grid fails. National Power differentiates itself through its focus on high-quality installation and ongoing service, delivering tailored power solutions that meet the specific needs of each client and their critical equipment. The company's goal is to help businesses prevent downtime by providing ready-to-use backup power that keeps operations running during power failures.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Raleigh, North Carolina

Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • Hurricane Helene and Milton coverage keeps emergency-response demand visible in 2024 and 2025.
  • National Power's 2026 Southeast expansion targets enterprise accounts beyond traditional generator sales.
  • Utilities and data centers keep pushing backup-power budgets after repeated outage headlines in 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Generac's data-center-driven C&I expansion intensifies competition for National Power's largest accounts.
  • Headcount fell to 1,141 by March 2026, while 2026 postings stayed at zero.
  • PE ownership since 2023 pressures National Power toward exit timing, not long-term reinvestment.

What makes National Power unique

  • Ridgemont recapitalized National Power in October 2023, backing nationwide resilience operations.
  • National Power sells, installs, and services Generac industrial and commercial backup systems.
  • January 2026 hiring added mission-critical sales leadership for UPS, batteries, and infrastructure projects.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Remote Work Options
  • 401(k) Company Match

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

22%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

22%
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Oct 25th, 2023
Ridgemont recaps power and infrastructure company National Power | PE Hub

Churchill Asset Management and Oaktree Capital provided the financing for the deal.