Field Technician: Power Generation & Equipment Repair

Boyd Company; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Company in Lexington, KY is seeking a Field Technician Electric Power Generation to inspect, repair, and install Caterpillar and allied equipment at customer sites or company facilities. You will work with minimal supervision, operate a company service truck, and may travel or stay overnight as needed.

This full‑time role requires a high school diploma, technical/mechanical skills, a valid CDL, and the ability to read service manuals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated technical, mechanical and troubleshooting abilities to define and perform maintenance and repairs on Caterpillar and Allied Equipment without supervision to meet standards.
• Maintain a valid commercial driver’s license and have the ability to operate company service trucks under DOT regulations.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend technical service manuals.
• Preferred EPG certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs to Caterpillar and Allied Power Generation, Marine, and Industrial equipment, at customer's location or at Company facility as directed using appropriate tooling and test equipment to capably complete to work in a timely and efficient manner with high level of quality.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems prior to repairs and test upon completion of repairs to assure quality.
• May be required to stay overnight near job site, travel to another branch and be available to provide service to customers on a 24-hour, seven day a week basis.
• Can use test equipment to analyze, evaluate and locate problems. Confer with customer and/or supervisor or make independent on the job decisions when necessary.
• Must follow Company work rules, job safety procedures and comply with any DOT rules that may be applicable to this position.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boyd Company in Lexington, KY is seeking a Field Technician Electric Power Generation to inspect, repair, and install Caterpillar and allied equipment at customer sites or company facilities. You will work with minimal supervision, operate a company service truck, and may travel or stay overnight as needed.

This full‑time role requires a high school diploma, technical/mechanical skills, a valid CDL, and the ability to read service manuals.