Generator Technician

The City of Cedar Park; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cedar Park seeks a Generator Technician to inspect, test, and repair emergency electrical generator systems across city facilities. You will ensure transfer switches and standby generators are ready to support critical city services during normal operations and emergencies.

Two years of generator experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid Texas driver’s license are required. Work involves safety-focused field maintenance and collaboration with the Pump and Motor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, or repairing emergency electrical generators or related equipment.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair emergency electrical generators and ATS.
• Perform scheduled exercise runs and tests to verify readiness.
• Perform preventive maintenance: tune-ups, oil changes, filters, battery checks.
• Maintain accurate service histories and records.
• Coordinate with foreman to maintain inventories of parts.

Skills

Emergency generators

Transfer switches

Electrical safety

Recordkeeping

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid state driver’s license

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Power tools

Job description

The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant community of 82,220 consistently ranked by the U.S. Census Bureau as one of the fastest growing communities in the Austin metro. Named for a popular park and rail stop in the late 1800s, Cedar Park is now home to two professional sports teams, the Texas Stars AHL hockey team and the Austin Spurs NBA G-league basketball team, as well a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. Cedar Park has several rankings by a variety of sources as one of the Best Cities for Families and one of the Safest Cities in Texas.

Join our team of dynamic, talented, and dedicated professionals. We work together, we enjoy serving the community, and we have fun at what we do. Join us today!

The Generator Technician performs skilled inspection, testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of emergency electrical generator systems serving City buildings, facilities, and infrastructure. This position ensures generators and associated transfer switches remain operational and ready to support critical City services during normal operations and emergencies. The Generator Technician reports to the Utility Foreman and works collaboratively with the Pump and Motor Controls Department and other City personnel to maintain reliable utility and emergency power systems. Through proactive maintenance, accurate equipment records, and emergency response, this position supports the City's continuity of operations and public safety.

Essential Functions

• Inspects, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs emergency electrical generators and associated automatic transfer switches serving City buildings, facilities, and infrastructure.


• Performs scheduled generator exercise runs and operational tests to verify equipment readiness and proper operation.


• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned generators, including tune-ups, power-downs, oil sampling and changes, filter replacement, battery checks, and other manufacturer-recommended maintenance.


• Performs generator loading and load-bank testing as required and documents test results and equipment condition.


• Maintains accurate service histories and electronic records for assigned generators, including preventive maintenance, exercise dates and run times, testing, repairs, and other equipment information.


• Inspects generators and related equipment to identify deficiencies, potential failures, and required corrective maintenance.


• Coordinates with the Utility Foreman to maintain adequate inventories of generator repair parts, materials, and supplies.


• Performs inspection rounds of City lift stations and reports equipment deficiencies, maintenance needs, and unsafe conditions.


• Assists other sections of the Pump and Motor Controls Department with maintenance and operational activities as assigned.


• Responds to emergency conditions and participates in special task force activities during floods, storms, hurricanes, power outages, extreme cold weather, and other emergencies.


• Completes work orders, inspection reports, maintenance records, testing documentation, and other required records accurately and timely.


• Maintains clean, organized, and safe work areas and properly stores tools, equipment, and materials.


• Communicates equipment status, deficiencies, repair requirements, and safety concerns to the Utility Foreman and appropriate City personnel.

This position is safety sensitive and may be subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with applicable City policy and law.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience:

Two (2) years of experience inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, or repairing emergency electrical generators or related electrical/mechanical equipment.

Equivalency:

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Certifications & Licensure:

Valid state-issued driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Emergency electrical generator systems, including diesel-powered and standby generator systems.


• Automatic transfer switches, generator controls, and related electrical systems.


• Basic electrical and mechanical principles applicable to generator operation and maintenance.


• Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair practices for generator systems.


• Electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and safe work practices around energized equipment.


• Safe operation of hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, and related maintenance equipment.


• Basic first aid and emergency response procedures.


• Computer operations, electronic recordkeeping, data entry, word processing, spreadsheets, and work-order systems.

Skill and Ability to:

• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, fuel, cooling, starting, charging, and control-system problems.


• Read and interpret equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical instructions.


• Use hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, and other equipment safely and effectively.


• Maintain accurate and timely records and documentation.


• Follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures.


• Prioritize work and respond effectively to emergency conditions.


• Recognize unsafe conditions and take appropriate action.


• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.


• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, vendors, other City employees, and the general public.


• Work independently with limited supervision while exercising sound judgment.