Generator Technician Intern

Description

About GenServe

GenServe is the nation’s leading independent provider of scheduled and emergency power generator maintenance, repair, and sales, primarily serving commercial customers. Established in 1990, GenServe has the largest team of EGSA-certified technicians in the Northeast and a growing presence across the U.S. Through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, GenServe is rapidly expanding its national footprint as a one-stop shop for generator solutions.

LOCATION

Field-based at designated public housing properties throughout the Chicago area. 

SCHEDULE / DURATION

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (standard business hours), 8 hours per workday. Work outside these hours only if approved in advance. Schedule is subject to change and verified by the Field Service Manager. 
• Duration: Temporary, full-time internship of approximately 16 weeks (starting week of November 23rd) , with possible extension as project needs require and approved by GenServe Leadership. 
• Holidays: The intern observes company-recognized holidays that fall within the internship period accordingly to GenServe holiday schedule. 
• Employment type: Temporary / Internship seasonal non-exempt (hourly) and does not qualify for GenServe Employee Benefits.

SUMMARY

We are looking for a motivated and qualified Intern to join our field service team for a preventive maintenance project on emergency standby generators serving a large public housing agency. Working alongside and under the direct supervision of an experienced generator technician, the intern will get hands-on training in generator inspections, routine maintenance, and load bank testing, along with the logistics and documentation that keep critical backup power systems ready. This is a structured, mentored internship built to give real, career-building experience in the skilled trades. It is not a clerical role.

Requirements

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the technician with routine generator inspections, oil and filter changes, and load testing, including "A" service visits and 2-hour load bank tests.
• Manage logistics and manual labor support, including loading and unloading load bank cables, transporting heavy batteries, and supplying oil to service vehicles.
• Inspect batteries, belts, hoses, and electrical connections for wear or damage.
• Check and record generator performance metrics during inspections and testing.
• Identify potential issues and report them to the client's maintenance personnel and to the supervising technician.
• Document all work according to the client's maintenance reporting procedures and our company's service records requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all safety standards, OSHA requirements, and manufacturer specifications.
• Take part in onboarding, safety orientation, mentor check-ins, and the end-of-internship evaluation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Strong interest in learning generator maintenance and a hands-on career in the skilled trades. No prior generator experience is required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, safety procedures, and checklists.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality for a 7:00 AM start, Monday through Friday, for the full internship period.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills to record readings and complete service documentation.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements below.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and able to successfully complete and pass all required GenServe non-DOT physical requirements.

Preferred:

• Coursework or a technical diploma in industrial maintenance, electrical, automotive, diesel, or a related trade (vocational or military training also counts).
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and mechanical or electrical equipment.
• OSHA 10-Hour (or higher) safety training.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly lift up to 75lbs, carry, push, and pull heavy items such as batteries, load bank cables, and oil containers.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders or stairs for long periods; work in tight or confined equipment spaces.
• Outdoor and indoor work in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
• Exposure to running engines and rotating machinery, loud noise, electrical hazards, fuel, oil, and exhaust.
• Travel between multiple residential property sites during the workday.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times on site.
• Interns, at their own expense, must provide their own steel toed boots, Genserve will supply remain required PPE.

SAFETY (OSHA)

Safety is our first priority. All work follows local, state, and federal safety regulations, including OSHA and NFPA standards, and manufacturer specifications. The intern will receive safety orientation and training before field work, and will be expected to:

• Follow all OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and site-specific rules at every property.
• Use required PPE and follow lockout/tagout procedures and the direction of the supervising technician.
• Join job hazard reviews and safety meetings, and report unsafe conditions, near misses, or injuries right away.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process and on the job; please contact Human Resources to request one.