Field Service Power Generation Technician

PowerToFly; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 37,622 - 56,426; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

PowerToFly is looking for a talented Field Service Power Generation Technician in Odessa, TX. This role involves completing preventative maintenance and basic repairs on generators, while engaging with customers in a professional manner.

Ideal candidates should possess a vocational diploma, relevant electrical certification, and experience with power generation products. The salary range is $27.31 to $40.96 per hour, and a sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing and maintaining generators or similar mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding of engine systems, electrical circuits, and control systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Completes preventative maintenance and repair activities on generators.
• Engages with customers courteously and professionally.
• Adheres to Health, Safety & Environmental policies.

Skills

Mechanics and electrical aptitude

Problem-solving and analytical thinking

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Education

Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution

Current relevant electrical certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Electronic Service Tool Application

Job description

We are looking for a talented Field Service Power Generation Technician to join our team specializing in Power Generation in Odessa, TX.

$10,000 Sign on Bonus!

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Completing preventative maintenance and/or basic repair activities on generators or components at the customer site with minimal direction.
• Engaging with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Applying the use of specialized tools and following documented procedures and policies to diagnose and complete basic repairs, including preparing required parts and tools.
• Completing required documentation, such as service worksheets, timesheets, warranty claims via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
• Completing training in line with skill and business requirements.
• Adhere to all our relevant Health, Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation and reports any issues / incidents to their supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

Engages customers in a courteous and professional manner. Anticipates and ensures prompt and efficient attention to customer needs. Applies the use of specialized tools and follows documented procedures and policies to diagnose and complete less complex repairs, including identifying and preparing required parts and tools. Performs preventative maintenance activities as per documented schedules and standards on power generation products in the field. Escalates unresolved issues to more experienced Field Service Technicians and/or Supervisor. Completes required documentation, such as service worksheets, timesheets, warranty claims, quality documents via handwritten forms or business system input screens. Completes training in line with skill and business requirements. Maintains service vehicle and tools for cleanliness and proper operation. Ensures adherence to all relevant Health Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation and reports any issues / incidents to site management and to their supervisor.

Competencies

• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Develops talent - Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.
• Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Self-development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury‑free workplace.
• Diagnostics Application - Translates customer complaints to develop troubleshooting plan; troubleshoots issue following guided work flows, procedures, specialized equipment such as mechanical and electronic service tools, and diagnoses computer software to isolate failed components to enable a successful repair; validates repair by duplicating complaint to ensure it has been resolved; documents results of troubleshooting in business systems to communicate what has been done for payment and historical tracking.
• Electronic Service Tool Application - Identifies the suite of available hardware and software tools required for a service event; utilizes the appropriate electronic tool set to maintain the product or diagnose and troubleshoot an issue; interprets electronic tool results or recommendations to determine next steps for service resolution.
• Engine Systems Interactions - Interprets and analyzes the interactions of internal and external electrical and mechanical systems (exhaust, heating, cooling, fuel systems, driveline, aftertreatment, controls, sensors, etc.) by applying tools, service publications (Cummins, Original Equipment Manufacturer) and taking measurements to efficiently and correctly diagnose and repair.
• Power Generation Systems Knowledge - Demonstrates knowledge of Cummins and industry standards by complying with all safe work procedures including Personal Protective Equipment to create a safe work environment; interprets and analyzes Power Generation system operation and integration (switch gear, power system controls, uninterruptable power supply, etc.) by applying tools, service publications (Cummins, Original Equipment Manufacturer) and taking measurements to efficiently and correctly diagnose and repair.
• Product Repair and Maintenance - Repairs and maintains mechanical/electrical products following guidelines, using required tools within standard repair time to ensure a quality repair; disassembles and assembles engines or power generators following guidelines, using required tools to ensure a clean and organized environment; inspects and replaces parts and components following re‑use guidelines to minimize customers cost of ownership; performs progressive damage check following guidelines to restore to pre‑failure condition.
• Service Documentation - Creates and verifies customer, equipment and technical information; captures specific data using required service tools; follows procedures and documents required information in the service management system in order to have an accurate record of the work done.
• Technical Escalation - Obtains product technical issue information and utilizes available resources including data management tools; elevates issues to a higher level of expertise, balancing timeliness of customer response with investigation efforts; captures all troubleshooting steps in the appropriate database in order to ensure seamless transitions and accurate response to ticket resolution in a timely manner.
• Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

• Apprentice Certified Power Generation/ Electrical Technician (Preferred)
• Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution
• Current relevant electrical certification
• Locally valid driving permit
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience

• Basic level field service work experience
• Intermediate level knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products
• High Voltage/ Low Voltage experience
• Customer service experience

Must have Power Gen capabilities

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues in generators of various sizes and fuel types (diesel, natural gas, propane).
• Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, battery testing, and load bank testing.
• Repair or replace defective parts such as alternators, voltage regulators, wiring, control panels, and fuel system components.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

• Use diagnostic tools, schematics, and technical manuals to identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Test generator performance under load and verify proper operation after repairs.
• Document findings, repair steps, and parts used.

Customer Interaction

• Communicate clearly with customers about repair needs, timelines, and maintenance recommendations.
• Provide professional, courteous service and maintain strong customer relationships.

Administrative & Reporting

• Complete service reports, work orders, and parts requests accurately.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and commonly used parts.
• Follow company procedures and safety protocols.

Required

• Experience repairing and maintaining generators or similar mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding of engine systems, electrical circuits, and control systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in various environments.

Key Competencies

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Customer service orientation
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Work Environment

• Exposure to noise, heat, cold, and outdoor conditions
• Use of PPE and adherence to safety standards required

DOT

• A current valid license is required for this role
• Must be 18 years old with 2 years driving experience
• This role requires a 5 year motor vehicle report, free from major violations

Job Service

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On‑site with Flexibility

Job Type

Technician

Min Salary

$27.31

Max Salary

$40.96

ReqID

2430394

Relocation Package

Yes

100% On‑Site

Yes

Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On‑site.

Cummins and E‑Verify

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