Diesel Fitter (Generators)

Crewit Resourcing Group; Kildare; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Training and career development

Mobile phone and tools provided

Job summary

Crewit Resourcing Group is seeking a Diesel Fitter to join our maintenance team in Ireland. You will inspect, service, repair and fault-diagnose diesel generators and construction plant equipment to maximise reliability and uptime for customers and operations.

The role involves on-site and field service work with some on-call duty. You’ll work with a range of generator brands, read technical manuals, and maintain documentation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in diesel mechanics or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience servicing and repairing diesel engines and generators.
• Strong fault-finding across diesel fuel and electrical systems.
• Ability to read manuals and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and repairs on diesel generators.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, fuel and hydraulic faults.
• Carry out preventative maintenance inspections per manufacturer specs.
• Complete service reports and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Assist with on-call rota and field service tasks.

Skills

Diesel engines

Fault finding

Reading wiring diagrams

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Reliability

Flexibility

Health & safety awareness

Field service

Independent work

Team working

Education

Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter trade qualification

Tools

ATS panels

General diagnostic tools

Job description

Diesel Fitter / Generator Maintenance Technician

Location: Ireland
Department: Plant & Equipment Maintenance
Reports To: Service Manager / Workshop Manager

Role Overview

Crewit Resourcing is seeking a Diesel Fitter to join our maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, servicing, repair, and fault diagnosis of diesel generators and construction plant equipment, ensuring maximum reliability and uptime for customers and company operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on diesel generators.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, fuel, cooling, and hydraulic system faults.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections according to manufacturer specifications.
• Carry out emergency breakdown repairs both in the workshop and on customer sites.
• Install, commission, and test generators and associated equipment.
• Complete service reports, inspection records, and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Liaise professionally with customers regarding maintenance requirements and repairs.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and workshop areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Participate in an on-call rota when required.

Requirements

• Trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic, Diesel Fitter, Plant Fitter, Heavy Equipment Technician, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' experience servicing and repairing diesel engines and generators.
• Strong fault-finding skills on diesel fuel systems, electrical systems, and engine controls.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with construction plant and equipment.
• Knowledge of generator brands such as Cummins, Perkins, FG Wilson, CAT, Volvo Penta, or similar.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience including ATS panels and control systems.
• Safe Pass, Manual Handling, or relevant Irish site certifications.
• Experience with mobile field service work.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Time management
• Reliability and flexibility
• Health & safety awareness
• Company vehicle (for field service roles)
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and career development
• Mobile phone and tools provided