Field Service Technician: Generators & Industrial Equipment

Atlas Copco North America LLC; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Copco North America LLC in Geismar, LA is seeking a Service Technician to provide on-site service, diagnostics, and maintenance for generators, air compressors, and pumping systems. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and document service activities with precision.

The role emphasizes safety, time management, and customer focus, with travel to customer sites as needed and a commitment to adherence to OEM guidelines and company standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of field service experience supporting generators, compressors, pumps, or related industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, electric motors, power generation systems, and industrial mechanical equipment.
• Experience servicing industrial generators, air compressors, and pumping systems.
• Proficiency troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including sensors, wiring, and generator controllers (DEIF, ComAp, Deep Sea, Woodward, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, maintenance, and repair of generators, diesel and electric air compressors, and pumping systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical/electrical, engine, and control system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections per service schedules and OEM guidelines.
• Configure, test, and troubleshoot control systems and instrumentation.
• Complete service reports, inspection records, and documentation accurately and timely.
• Follow safety procedures, lockout/tagout, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with technical support and parts teams to resolve complex issues.
• Support equipment commissioning, load testing, and performance verification.
• Identify potential equipment issues and recommend corrective or preventive actions.
• Represent the organization professionally on customer sites.
• Promote and practice proper safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field service experience

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety procedures

Time management

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Trade/Technical diploma preferred

Tools

DEIF

ComAp

Deep Sea

Woodward

Job description

Atlas Copco North America LLC in Geismar, LA is seeking a Service Technician to provide on-site service, diagnostics, and maintenance for generators, air compressors, and pumping systems. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and document service activities with precision.

The role emphasizes safety, time management, and customer focus, with travel to customer sites as needed and a commitment to adherence to OEM guidelines and company standards.