Generator Technician

Central Plumbing & Electric Supply; Pharr (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Central Plumbing & Electric Supply seeks a Generator Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair generators and related electrical systems to ensure reliable power supply. You will perform preventive maintenance on diesel, natural gas, and propane generators and equipment.

You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, install sets and accessories, conduct load testing, keep service records, educate customers, respond to emergencies, and interpret manuals and schematics to

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of generator types and components.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and manuals.
• Physical stamina to lift up to 50–100 lbs.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Install new generator sets and accessories and ensure proper operation.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on diesel, gas, and propane generators.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues (engines, alternators, control panels, transfer switches).
• Conduct load bank testing to verify output under full load.
• Maintain service records, inventory logs, and customer interactions.
• Provide customer education on operation, maintenance, and safety.
• Respond to emergency service calls, often outside hours.
• Interpret manuals and schematics to troubleshoot and repair equipment.

Skills

Generator systems knowledge

Reading electrical schematics

Customer service

Problem solving

Tools

Hand and power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Computerized troubleshooting

Job description

A Generator Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing generators and associated electrical systems to ensure reliable power supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on diesel, natural gas, and propane generators, including fluid and filter changes, belt adjustments, and system inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues, including engines, alternators, control panels, voltage regulators, fuel systems, and transfer switches
• Install new generator sets and accessories, ensuring proper operation and compliance with safety standards.
• Conduct load bank testing to verify generator output and performance under full load conditions .
• Maintain accurate service records, inventory logs, and customer interactions.
• Provide customer education and consultation on generator operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Respond to emergency service calls promptly, often outside normal business hours.
• Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints to troubleshoot and repair equipment.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of various generator types and components, including diesel, gas, and propane engines
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, and computerized troubleshooting systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Physical stamina to work in diverse environments, including standing, walking, lifting up to 50–100 lbs, stooping, kneeling, and climbing.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts