Field Generator Technician - Bakken Region

EnerStar Solutions

Fairview (MT)

On-site

USD 38,572 - 57,859

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with Company Match

Referral Bonus Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Travel Per Diem

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

EnerStar Solutions is seeking a Power Generation Technician to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair diesel-powered generators, light towers, and power distribution systems across Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, and surrounding EnerStar districts. This is a hands-on field and shop role based in the Fairview, MT area with travel to customer sites.

You will diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventative maintenance, and support field operations while keeping

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing generators and related machinery.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
Ability to travel as needed and work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain diesel-powered generators and related equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance on generators, engines, alternators, load banks, light towers, and distribution systems.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and control system issues.
Travel to customer locations and field sites throughout Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, and surrounding areas.
Assist with generator mobilization, commissioning, startup, and field operations as required.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and safety compliance documentation.

Skills

Generator maintenance

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment

Electrical systems

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAT equipment

Cummins engines

Multiquip

Generac

Job description

Overview

Keep critical oilfield operations powered and running. If you can diagnose, repair, and deploy generators that crews depend on every day, we want to hear from you.

You are more than a mechanic. You are the person who keeps drilling, completions, production, and field operations running when reliable power matters most. Join EnerStar Solutions as a Power Generation Technician and work with a growing fleet of generators, light towers, power distribution equipment, and field-support assets throughout the Fairview, MT and Western North Dakota region.

If you enjoy diagnosing complex equipment, solving problems in the field, traveling to support operations, and being part of a company that invests in your growth and celebrates your success, this role could be your next great opportunity.

Position Overview

As a Power Generation Technician, you will inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair generators, light towers, power distribution systems, and related equipment that support oilfield and industrial operations throughout Eastern Montana and the Bakken region.

This is a hands-on field and shop position based in the Fairview, MT area, supporting operations across Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, and other EnerStar districts as needed. You will occasionally assist with field rig moves, equipment mobilizations, and operational support activities when business needs require.

You will work independently, solve complex mechanical and electrical issues, and help ensure our equipment remains safe, reliable, and ready for deployment.

Why Join EnerStar?

Competitive hourly pay
Travel opportunities with per diem
Overtime opportunities
Diverse equipment and technical challenges
Stable, long-term career growth
Supportive team environment
Industry-leading benefits package
Be part of a company that invests in your growth and celebrates your success

What You'll Do

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain diesel-powered generators and related equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance on generators, engines, alternators, load banks, light towers, and power distribution systems.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and control system issues.
Respond to field service calls and customer support requests as required.
Complete equipment inspections and identify potential reliability concerns before failures occur.

Field Operations Support

Travel to customer locations and field sites throughout Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, and surrounding areas.
Assist with generator mobilization, commissioning, and startup activities.
Support rig moves, equipment relocations, and other field operations as required.
Assist operations teams during emergency response mobilizations.

Safety & Compliance

Follow all EnerStar, customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, and inspection documentation.
Conduct work safely and professionally at all times.

Team Collaboration

Work closely with Operations, Logistics, Dispatch, and Sales teams.
Support technicians and share technical expertise when needed.
Contribute ideas that improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For

Required

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing generators, diesel engines, heavy equipment, industrial equipment, or related machinery
Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
Ability to travel as needed
Ability to work overtime when operational demands require it
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and tools
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Preferred