Electric Power Generation Preventative Maintenance Technician

Yancey Bros Co.; Austell, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Full benefits package

401k Plan Strong Company Match

Employee Wellness Program

Paid vacations

Ongoing training

Job summary

Yancey Bros. Co. in Georgia is seeking an Electrical Power Generation Preventative Maintenance Technician to support Caterpillar Commercial Product line in the field. You will install, maintain and troubleshoot engine and electrical systems, generators, transfer switches, UPS and switchgear in customer facilities.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and a proactive approach, with ability to work with customers and technicians and document findings clearly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Three (3) years of EPG field experience or accepted alternate.
• Experience with Diesel and Natural Gas engines, electrical switchgear, ATS, and balance of plant equipment.
• Able to read electrical schematics and equipment mechanical drawings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer support for on-site facilities through technical evaluations of specific application, 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
• Participate in required safety program, and work in a safe manner.
• Additional duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Documentation

Teamwork

Read schematics

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Three (3) years of EPG field experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electric Power Generation Preventative Maintenance Technician

Requisition Number: ELECT005766

• Posted : August 5, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

Who We Are:

From Georgia. For Georgia. 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 application, 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:

• Technical Degree or Certification a plus

Values:

At Yancey Bros. Co, we are always looking to add people to our team who share our core 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
• 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

• Competitive Pay
• Technician Tool Allowance
• 401k Plan Strong Company Match
• Employee Profit Sharing
• Financial Wellness Coaching

Employee Wellness Program

• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance

Personal Time Off

• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training

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Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Technical/other training or better.

Experience

Required

3 years:

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