Generator Technician

RJY Group, LLC; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RJY Group, LLC in Houston, Texas is seeking a Generator Technician to support various projects across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will maintain and repair diesel electric generating equipment, with responsibilities including servicing power generating systems, coordinating maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, extensive experience in generator maintenance, and strong communication skills. This role requires 50-75% travel across the continental US, with travel expenses covered by the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in generator preventative maintenance.
• 5+ years of successful generator experience including knowledge of various generators.
• Minimum 3 years experience with units rated 1500 kws or higher.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs and service on power generating systems and high voltage equipment.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance and inspections per manufacturer's standards.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and report any issues that arise.

Skills

Generator preventative maintenance

Compliance with NFPA 110

Mechanical systems understanding

Electrical systems understanding

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Strong mechanical aptitude

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Physical ability to perform job responsibilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

30-Hour OSHA Certification

Job description

RJY Group is seeking a Generator Technician to support our team with various projects in multiple locations. The ideal candidate must possess the ability to perform a variety of skilled tasks in maintaining, repairing and modifying diesel electric generating equipment. Work includes servicing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engine driven electric generators and related equipment. Work assignments are received in the form of oral and written orders which may be accompanied by sketches and diagrams. Work is performed with considerable independence within established policies, procedures, and technical guidelines, and is reviewed by a superior through conferences, reports, and results obtained.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory responsibilities.

Travel

• 50 - 75%- Travel Required (Continental US)
• Travel expenses (airfare, lodging, meals, etc.) will be covered by RJY Group.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete repairs and service on power generating systems (750-2250kw), motors, electronic controls, programmable logic circuits (PLCs), graphical user interfaces (GUIs), and high voltage producing equipment from manufacturers like Caterpillar, Cummins, Generac, Trane, Kohler, Carrier, etc.
• Acquire all parts, labor, and materials necessary to complete repairs, service, and maintenance.
• Transport equipment, tools and fluids to and from work sites; operate and maintain equipment, tools and safety devices which are designed to lift, move, transport, repair, inspect, measure, or protect.
• Obtain approval and any necessary paperwork for maintenance with proper personnel.
• Schedule and coordinate any required maintenance with proper personnel.
• Perform any and all inspections and maintenance during performance of Preventive Maintenance (PM) per the manufacturer's standards and in accordance to the standard operating procedures.
• Provide the required coordination, supervision, and inspection for load bank testing.
• Make modifications to diesel generator systems, including installation of pre-heaters, battery chargers, fuel systems and other related diesel parts.
• Make wiring modifications to diesel control circuits and electrical apparatus specific to the diesel standby system.
• Investigate, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel standby and transfer switch system problems.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance, including checking for leaks, worn parts, taking oil samples; order and install replacement parts; adjust, calibrate, and inspect the operation of auto transfer switch equipment.
• Prepare records of repairs, maintenance, parts ordered, and parts used.
• Document modifications to system.
• Be able to clearly explain the scope of work requirements of generator preventative maintenance contracts to upper management per the manufacturer's standards and in accordance with the contract requirements.
• Promptly coordinate responses to emergency service calls.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and report any issues that arise.
• Collaborate with business development on various tasks.
• Assess potential generator opportunities for RJY Group to pursue.
• Assess potential subcontractors for RJY Group to work with.
• Help generate information/responses to generator opportunities and bids.
• Stay up to date on new generators requirements and procedures.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Minimum 5 years experience in generator preventative maintenance.
• Minimum 3 years experience with units rated 1500 kws or higher.
• Minimum 3 years experience working in compliance with NFPA 110Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in a large facility.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Physical ability to perform all necessary job responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of successful generator experience including knowledge of various generators, equipment, and controls, etc.
• 30-Hour OSHA Certification.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

• May have to spend prolonged outside exposed to inclement weather and/or temperatures.
• Must have the ability to use hand tools, lift/carry 50 lbs., and to work on ladders/step stools.