Electric Power Generation Preventative Maintenance Technician

Yancey Power Systems

Austell (GA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Tool allowances

Medical, vision, dental coverage

Paid vacations

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Yancey Bros. Co. in Georgia is seeking an Electrical Power Generation Preventative Maintenance Technician to support the Caterpillar Commercial Product line in the field.

You will install, maintain and troubleshoot engine and electrical systems including generators, transfer switches, UPS, and switchgear for on-site facilities. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, good customer service, and the ability to work independently with a sense of urgency.

Qualifications

Diesel and Natural Gas engines, electrical switchgear, transfer switches, and balance of plant equipment experience.
Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Excellent customer relationships and communication skills.
Three years EPG field experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide customer support on-site through evaluations, troubleshooting, and problem solving.
Repair and maintain power generation/industrial systems across the territory.
Coach and train service technicians and customers as requested.
Explain warranty decisions and issue service bulletins to customers and office staff.
Communicate cost and reliability issues to drive improvements and cost reductions.
Write reports on findings from field service events with clear information.
Submit daily field reports for assigned units.
Represent the Power Systems group in the field.
Maintain service manuals.
Perform all work according to time, quality, and safety standards.
CDL license if required.

Skills

Diesel engines

Natural gas engines

Electrical switchgear

Automatic transfer switches

Balance of plant

Power electronics

Electronic controls

Fuel systems

Microsoft Office

Read electrical schematics

Customer relations

Problem solving

Communication skills

Hands-on

Education

High School Diploma

EPG field experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service. From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on‑highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. This all starts with our greatest asset…our employees.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Electrical Power Generation Preventative Maintenance Technician, you will be the field service support of our Caterpillar Commercial Product line. Duties will include the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of engine and electrical‑related systems, Industrial and EPG start‑up of generators, transfer switches, UPS, and switchgear systems.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide customer support for on‑site facilities through technical evaluations of specific applications, troubleshooting, and problem solving.
Repair and maintain reciprocal engine‑based power generation/Industrial Systems throughout the territory.
Provide guidance, assistance, and training to service technicians and customers as requested.
Explain and defend warranty decisions; generate and communicate service bulletins to both customers and office personnel.
Communicate cost, service and reliability issues from Field to office personnel with intent of convincing appropriate departments for cost reduction and design improvements.
Write full reports on findings from field service events, with clear, concise information.
Communicate daily clear comprehensive field reports regarding assigned units.
Represent the Power Systems group in the field.
Maintain service manuals.
Perform all work in accordance with established time, quality standards and safety procedures.
Must be able to obtain a CDL license if required.

Additional Responsibilities

Participate in required safety program, and work in a safe manner.
Additional duties as assigned by manager.

Who We Are Looking For

To be successful in this position you should have a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, knowledge of tools applicable to the position and the desire to learn. You should possess a strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior customer service. The ability to take direction and work in a team environment is essential to this position as well.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Three (3) years of EPG field experience or accepted alternate.

Required Qualifications/Skills

Experience with Diesel and Natural Gas Engines, Electrical Switchgear, Automatic Transfer Switches and Balance of Plant Equipment.
Good working knowledge of power generation components, power electronics, electronic controls, and fuel systems.
Microsoft Office Software proficiency.
Able to read electrical schematics and equipment mechanical drawings.
Excellence at managing Customer relationships.
High level of responsiveness, and a strong proactive attitude to problem solving.
Ability and motivation to learn quickly.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Desire and aptitude to perform hands‑on work.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

EGSA Certification a plus
Technical Degree or Certification a plus

Values

Safety: We value the lives and health of our team and customers above all else.
Integrity: We are ethical and trustworthy, demonstrate respect for others, and communicate truthfully and promptly.
Teamwork: We work as one across our organization for the benefit of our customers.
Excellence: We strive to be the best, continuously improving our customers’ experience and the solutions we provide.
Sense of Urgency: We respond quickly to customer needs and hold ourselves accountable for results.

Ideal Candidates Will Demonstrate The Following Values

Acting in a safe manner
Exhibiting honesty and integrity
Acting in a fair and ethical manner
Team mentality
Delivering quality results
Embraces change / improvement
Exhibiting superior customer service skills
Exhibiting pride and ownership
Working with a sense of urgency
Exhibiting a winning attitude

What We Offer

Yancey Bros. Co. offers a full benefits package that includes aggressive compensation levels, technician tool allowances, full medical, vision and dental coverage, employee wellness programs, paid vacations and more.

Competitive Pay Structure