Field Diesel Generator Technician - Overtime & On-Call

Central Power Systems & Services; St. Louis, Saint Peters (MO, MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boot allowance

Tool programs

Health benefits including medical, eye

Job summary

Central Power Systems & Services in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Critical Power Technician to service emergency standby generators, ATS, and switchgear. The role offers a daytime shift 7AM–4PM with potential overtime and rotating after-hours on-call.

We value candidates with generator experience and a drive to grow. The job requires field work, occasional overnight travel, and coordination with contractors across projects.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience with higher voltage generator maintenance (CAT, Kohler, Cummins).
• Electrical and mechanical knowledge of diesel-powered generators.
• Willingness to travel overnight and be on-call.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of critical power systems installation, start-up and commissioning.
• Perform diagnostic and repair procedures on PLCs, AC/DC, and switch gears.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on generators, engines, and transfer switches.
• Coordinate with installing electrical contractors.
• Oversee correction of issues arising from commissioning.
• Familiarize with off-site work and mining company projects.
• Test and troubleshoot various sized generators.

Skills

Generator maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostic skills

On-call readiness

Overnight travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical School preferred

AAS Electrical Power Generator Tech a big Plus

Job description

Central Power Systems & Services in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Critical Power Technician to service emergency standby generators, ATS, and switchgear. The role offers a daytime shift 7AM–4PM with potential overtime and rotating after-hours on-call.

We value candidates with generator experience and a drive to grow. The job requires field work, occasional overnight travel, and coordination with contractors across projects.