Generator Electrical Technician: Power Systems & Maintenance

Facilities Maintenance Management; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Contribution matching

Paid Time Off

Training & development

Dental insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Company Provided Health Clubmembership

Job summary

Facilities Maintenance Management is seeking a Generator Electrical Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair standby power systems for commercial and residential clients. This role blends electrical diagnostics with engine oversight to ensure continuous power and quick emergency restorations.

The technician will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose live faults, and service ATS, switchgear, and control systems while communicating timelines and findings to clients and project

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Technical degree in electrical systems or power generation technology preferred.
• Must adhere to safety protocol, and work in a drug-free environment.
• 3–5 years of experience in the trade and knowledge of the craft.
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards and lock-out/tag-out rules.
• Proficiency with multimeters, megohmmeters, oscilloscopes, and PC-based diagnostic tools.
• Reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical components including alternators, voltage regulators, control panels, circuit breakers, and battery chargers.
• Analyze wiring schematics and diagrams to locate circuit faults.
• Service ATS, paralleling switchgear, and control systems near live utilities.
• Program digital controllers and link remote surveillance networks.
• Perform preventive maintenance by changing oils, coolants, filters, and inspecting engine parts.
• Conduct load-bank testing to evaluate output and engine capability.
• Diagnose fuel systems on gas and diesel units.
• Execute system start-ups and commission newly installed assets with manufacturers.
• Explain technical diagnostics and estimated repair windows to clients and project managers.
• Maintain vehicle inventory for field dispatch readiness.

Skills

OSHA/NFPA70E safety standards

3–5 years experience in trade

reading electrical blueprints/schemes

multi-project handling

customer/client communication

driver's license and clean record

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent apprenticeship

Technical degree in electrical systems/power generation

Tools

Multimeters

Megohmmeters

Oscilloscopes

PC-based diagnostic software

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Management is seeking a Generator Electrical Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair standby power systems for commercial and residential clients. This role blends electrical diagnostics with engine oversight to ensure continuous power and quick emergency restorations.

The technician will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose live faults, and service ATS, switchgear, and control systems while communicating timelines and findings to clients and project