Generator Technician Job Description
Generator technician
provides welding and tooling support on all welding equipment including setting up of welding programs and fixturing.
Generator Technician Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Knowledge of computer systems, networking, and software
Perform strip back and investigative engine/generator teardowns as directed
Solid expertise in electric motors, electrical and mechanical technical skills, leadership, business acumen and effective communication skills
Perform preventive maintenance, commissioning, troubleshooting, repair and installation of AC and DC electric motors of more than 1000HP, with strength in electrical testing, mechanical inspection, alignment and vibration analysis
Develop service work scopes, pricing and proposals for customers
Plan, coordinate and execute work in an organized, safe and effective manner to meet schedule, budget, and customer’s expectations
Own the business results for self and jobs and maintain a high level of utilization
Develop their leadership, job management and technical skills on an ongoing basis
Identify and implement cost and process improvements and standardization to continuously improve productivity and efficiency
May do other work incidental to maintenance
Generator Technician Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Generator Technician
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: DOT, CPR, AED, NATE, HVAC, LP, ASE, EGSA, ATS
Education for Generator Technician
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the generator technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in General Education, Education, Electronics, Military, Technical, Associates, Graduate, Communications, Performance, Trades
Skills for Generator Technician
Desired skills for generator technician include:
Welding application and equipment is an asset
Positioning equipment
Document and report writing
Lockout and tag out procedures
Power generating and welding equipment
Safe work practices and Personal Protective Equipment
Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held computer
Mechanical equipment
Computer systems
Networking
Desired experience for generator technician includes:
Flexible and communicative team player with the ability to communicate on various levels
A 2-year technical training program completion, or completion of a 3 year apprenticeship, is strongly preferred
5-7 years of hands-on experience is required working on electrical generator systems
Fully trained on Cummins and Caterpillar products
A minimum of 2 years of customer service/contact is required
All locations offer clean, safe working conditions, however, you may be working in situations where hazardous and potentially lethal electrical energy may be present
Generator Technician Examples
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Generator Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a generator technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for generator technician
- Sustained high degree of care and awareness required to prevent injuries to others
- Electrical troubleshooting and relay logic
- Knowledge of AC/DC power
- Able to test current and voltage in a safe manner
- Repair and /or replace damaged parts on generators
- Service generators with oil changes
- Willing to live and travel in an austere environment to system sites
- Ability to operate a computer and fill out reports
- Applies the use of specialized tools and follows documented procedures and policies to diagnose and complete repairs, including identifying and preparing required parts and tools
- Performs preventative maintenance activities per documented schedules and standards on power generation products in the field
Qualifications for generator technician
- Must demonstrate technical knowledge of electrical generator systems and related engine mechanical failures
- Must be able to work well under pressure or within deadlines
- Must be able to travel 80-90% of the time in an assigned region, and/or work overtime, weekends, or holidays, sometimes on short notice
- Know and follow all Company safety rules, including maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, and fully participate in Company accident prevention and safety improvement activities
- A High School Diploma or equivalent and 2-5 years of experience in power generation equipment
- Must be able to travel, in company service vehicle, throughout the local counties
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Generator Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of generator technician. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for generator technician
- Technician is capable of electrical and mechanical trouble-shooting and repair performing planned generator maintenance
- Ability to work independently, be a problem solver, and work with other electricians to complete tasks in a timely safe manner
- Create job repair plan based on diagnosis to include repair operations required and anticipated hours needed to complete repairs
- Respond promptly to after-hour call out service at the request of management
- Diagnoses and completes complex repairs to generators and components at the customer’s site
- Engages customers in a courteous and professional manner and anticipates and ensures prompt and efficient attention to customer needs
- Ensures adherence to all relevant Health Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation
- Access to top-notch clients who provide various perks including flexible schedules, team environments, training, and so much more!
- Competitive salaries and benefit options
- Over 3,000 free courses to help improve and develop your skills
Qualifications for generator technician
- Must be able to be on-call for emergency services
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of generator systems from 8kW to 2800 kW preferred
- Graduation from a Technical school is desired
- Must be able to respond to emergency repairs as needed
- Electrical or mechanical engineer or technician / technologist with at least ten years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of environmental protection procedures and basic safety practices in electricity
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Generator Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a generator technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for generator technician
- Embraces a customer service mindset and completes all assignment in a timely manner
- Drives safely to and from assigned appointments on a regular basis
- Works closely and cordially with the support team
- Builds Opto-mechanical assemblies in strict accordance with procedures
- Uses standardized tools and electric equipment (i.e., torque wrenches, electric and pneumatic screwdrivers and ball drivers) to perform mechanical assembly, testing, repair, and troubleshooting of assemblies
- Enters data into company databases
- Assembles and disassembles vacuum components
- Fabricates parts with standard mill/lathe as needed
- Prepares completed assemblies for shipment
- May collect and analyze data under descriptive instructions/guidance
Qualifications for generator technician
- Ability to understand and write written guidelines and procedures, electrical drawings
- Qualified candidates should have a service "D" classification or better
- Candidate must be insurable to drive a company vehicle
- Must be a good team player and should be able to work well under pressure
- Minimum 3 years’ experience with Diesel generators and site installations required
- Working at various site locations within Singapore
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Generator Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of generator technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for generator technician
- Follows control measures and processes to ensure the quality of modules produced
- Identifies and documents discrepant material
- Works on change orders to support Engineers and Project Managers
- Analyzes equipment performance and schedule maintenance and calibration as required
- Sets up diagnostic equipment according to general instructions
- Uses specialized test equipment and programs and common test equipment to execute and control testing throughout the design/production process
- Occasionally works closely with engineers on qualification testing of new products
- Collects and evaluates test data to ensure process control and product quality based on specific procedures and processes
- Troubleshoots and performs problem isolation on modules and sub-assembly components that are complex in nature
- Determines refurbish requirements with general instructions
Qualifications for generator technician
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of generator systems
- Graduation from a Technical school is desired to include generators, diesel, power gen, electric power, relay or substation technology
- Must have the ability to perform high quality work in a timely and efficient manner
- Must have satisfactory driving record with the ability to obtain a DOT medical certification
- Must be able to respond to emergency service calls as needed
- High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related experience in assigned area required
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Generator Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a generator technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for generator technician
- Investigates the root-cause of issues and provides information to Engineers and Project Managers
- Works with management to enforce safety and security procedures
- Ability to use tools and equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, voltage and current probes, multi-meters, chart recorders
- Must be able to use standard hand tools that includes, but is not limited to, torque wrenches, electric or pneumatic screwdrivers, and ball drivers
- Capacity to work independently and set individual priorities
- Availability to work in a rapidly changing environment
- Flexibility to work overtime and off-shift hours to support company requirements
- Possesses excellent listening skills
- Experience working with precision optical components desirable
- Experience with vacuum components highly desirable
Qualifications for generator technician
- TESA Accreditation
- DRASH HVAC experience
- Power Generation Systems experience
- Apprentice Certified Power Generation/ Electrical Technician (preferred)
- Able to use all required tools including Insite, EDS, Quick Serve On Line, INPOWER, LONMGMAKER
- Intermediate level knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products