Job Description

Generator Technician – $25–$35/hour

Location: Indianapolis, IN
Job Type: Full-time, Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Reports To: Service Manager (Generator)

Why This Role Works for You

Join our team as a Generator Technician, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of electrical generators across various settings. With competitive compensation and a supportive work environment, this position offers both professional growth and job satisfaction.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $25–$35 (based on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Onsite clinic for convenient access to healthcare services
• Support for ongoing professional development and certification training

Key Responsibilities

• Installation & Setup:
• Install new generators, ensuring proper electrical connections, fuel supply, and exhaust systems.
• Perform load testing to verify the generator's capacity to handle required electrical loads.
• Scheduled Maintenance:
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on generators, including inspecting and servicing engines, alternators, and other components.
• Replace worn or damaged parts such as filters, belts, hoses, and batteries.
• Change oil and coolant, and maintain proper fuel levels.
• Repairs & Troubleshooting:
• Diagnose and repair generator malfunctions, electrical issues, and mechanical failures.
• Troubleshoot control systems, voltage regulators, and other electrical components.
• Perform load bank testing to evaluate generator performance under various conditions.
• Safety Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and guidelines when working on generators to prevent accidents and hazards.
• Properly dispose of hazardous materials, such as used oil and old filters.
• Documentation:
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair activities, including parts used and work performed.
• Generate service reports and provide recommendations for upgrades or replacements when necessary.
• Customer Interaction:
• Communicate with clients or on-site personnel to explain the maintenance or repair process and provide cost estimates.
• Address customer concerns and inquiries in a professional manner.
• Emergency Response:
• Be available for on-call duty to respond to generator emergencies and power outages.
• Quickly troubleshoot and repair generators to restore power.

Qualifications

• Current driver’s license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification in generator maintenance or a related field is often preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills
• Knowledge of various generator types and models
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and equipment
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to safety
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Physical fitness and the ability to lift heavy equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.