Broadcast Power Generation Technician

Aggreko; United States; Remote; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Premium medical plan option

Tuition reimbursement

Travel allowance

Robust technical training

Job summary

Aggreko is seeking a Broadcast Power Technician to support live sports broadcasts and media productions from a home-based US base with up to 75% travel. You will install, commission and service generators, HVAC equipment and OFA systems, while working closely with ESPN, NBC and CBS networks.

Reading electrical schematics and calculating kilowatt requirements, you will ensure safe, on-time repairs and proactive maintenance for demanding site setups.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting broadcast power for live events and major networks.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and service manuals.
• Install, commission, service and repair Generators, HVAC and related systems.
• Travel up to 75% and work on-site with clients in fast-paced environments.
• Maintain safety standards per OSHA and EPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support a range of projects from broadcast events to refinery turnarounds.
• Install, commission and service generators and electrical gear.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures on-site and in service centers.
• Interface with clients and broadcast technical managers on-site.
• Calculate nominal and effective power requirements using formulas.

Skills

Broadcast power experience

Power generators

HVAC equipment

Chillers

Inspections & repairs

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Diesel engines

Electrical distribution equipment

HVAC equipment

OFA systems

Electrical schematics

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as a Broadcast Power Technician based in any US city.

Power without pause. Heating, cooling and oil-free air without end.

We keep our customers’ worlds on. From world-class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades.

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Whatyou’lldo:

• You will be part of an elite technician team that supports a wide range of projects — from major broadcast events (NFL, NBA, golf, college sports) toassistingUtilities customers or serving as part of a turnaround team in a refinery.

• Provide specialized broadcast power support for live sports and media productions with networks such as ESPN, NBC, and CBS, understanding their unique site setup requirements and timelines.

• Install, commission, service and repair Aggreko generators, diesel engines, electrical distribution equipment, HVACequipmentand/or OFA systems.

• Install and commission for Events Services and other complex broadcast projects.

• Troubleshoot equipment failures both on Events Services and in the service centers.

• Serve as a primary client-facing representative on-site, communicating clearly and professionally with technical managers from broadcast companies.

• Utilize mathematical formulas to calculate both nominal and effective tonnage and/or kW requirements.

• Ensure the completion of minor repairs and major overhauls on time, to standard and within agreed budgets.

• Read andcomprehendelectrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and service manuals.

• Maintain thorough knowledge of, practice, and promote safe working conditionsin accordance withOSHA, EPA and other required regulations dealing with safe operation of all equipment.

• Interface with a remote operations center to prevent failures, help design proactivenotificationto avoid failures and compliance.

You are:

• Able to travel extensively, up to 75%, and be away for extended periods of time

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

• 5+ years of experience working on Power Generators, commercial HVAC equipment, Chillers, performing inspections, maintenance, and repairs

• Demonstrated experience supporting broadcast power for live events, including familiarity with how major sports networks (ESPN, NBC, CBS, etc.) set up andoperatetheir broadcast sites

• Experience with calculating nominal and effective tonnage and/or kW requirements, along with reading and knowing schematics

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able tointerfaceconfidently and professionally with broadcast technical managers and other high-profile clients

• Professional appearance and well-spokendemeanorisan extremely client-facing role

• Based on the customer requirements, you maybe requiredto obtain andmaintaina TWIC card or valid DOT medical card

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to move or lift objects, typically less than 75lbs.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Home-based opportunitylocatedin any US city with a major airport, with up to 75% travel

• Competitive pay $30-$45hr, with flexibility based on experience with potential for overtime and/or weekends

• $2.50/hr.travel allowance

• Annual bonus program

• Premium cost medical plan option available.

• Robust technical training programs, in person and virtual, on diesel, gas, compressed air, electrical, controls, oil free air compressors, HVAC, microgrid & storage and more

• Career growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement available

• Safety-focused culture working on brandnew technology

Otheressential jobrequirements

• Availability to work the assignedschedule, travel to work locations (if needed) and be onstandbyfor work outside of regularly scheduledshifts

• Must be able to stand,walkand sit for prolonged periods of time; and be able to walk over uneven terrainwith functional balance that does not require any special assistive devices

• Must be able to move the extremities and spine through a functional range of motion that willpermitwork to be safely performed from ground / floor level tofull overhead level

• Must have good finger dexterity to manipulate small items,functional hand-eye coordination, andfunctionally grip with adequate strength to safelyhold tools and stair railing or ladders

• Must be able to safely meet the physical demands outlined in the Essential Physical Capacities Assessment and pass the post-offer physical abilities assessment, which includes being able to lift (60 lbs.), push/pull (80 lbs.), carry (60 lbs.), climb stairs and ladders as well as a combination of climbing while carrying objects (15 lbs.), stoop, kneel and squat

Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.