Generator Technician (480v)

VoltaGrid LLC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid LLC seeks a Generator Technician in Midland, TX to diagnose and repair natural gas generators, verify breaker settings, and proactively inspect for improvements. The role involves rotating schedules (2 weeks on, 1 week off) and requires strong electrical knowledge and safety discipline.

Candidates should have 5+ years in power generation and be able to travel as needed. The technician will use multimeters, megohmmeters, and oscilloscopes to diagnose failures, perform wiring

Qualifications

• 5+ years of power generation experience.
• Experience with natural gas engines.
• Ability to travel on a rotation schedule.
• High integrity and strong work ethic.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair natural gas generators and related equipment.
• Verify and adjust breaker settings per job requirements.
• Inspect and recommend repairs to improve reliability.
• Read electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Test and verify repairs and adjustments for proper operation.
• Train teammates on troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized job site.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and wiring.
• Interpreting schematic diagrams and wiring.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Generator repair

Electrical safety

Technical reading

Team collaboration

Tools

Multimeter

Megohmmeter

Ammeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

Position Title: GENERATOR TECHNICIAN
Location: MIDLAND, TX 2 WEEKS ON, 1 WEEK OFF ROTATION or Local
FLSA Class: NON-EXEMPT
Responsible to: Maintenance Supervisor

Position Summary:

The Generator Technician position will diagnose and repair Natural gas generators. This person will verify and adjust breaker settings per job requirements while proactively inspecting and recommending repairs to increase generator reliability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advanced knowledge to assist and participate in routine inspections and modify Natural Gas Generators and associated equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical distribution, i.e., Cable, Breakers, Transformers, and Breaker Relay settings.
• Utilize measuring equipment, including multimeters, ammeters, and megohmmeters, for the diagnosis and repair of equipment.
• Advanced knowledge in troubleshooting units to identify possible problems, engine and/or generator.
• Advanced knowledge in making electrical and mechanical wiring modifications to generator control circuits.
• Advanced knowledge in testing batteries, fuel coolant, and oil. Adhere to all safety guidelines and policies.
• Accurately troubleshoot and diagnose all problems with power generation equipment, including problems with generator controls AC and DC.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and clean and inspect assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Test and verify the correct operation of all repairs and adjustments.
• Apply general failure analysis and procedures to determine the proper diagnosis.
• Help Train other technicians on troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintain a clean job site.
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to maintain records electronically.
• Interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Identifying and repairing problems with engine control systems.
• Interpreting schematic diagrams and wiring.

Other Requirements:

• 5+ years of relatable experience in power generation
• Experience with natural gas engines, preferably with Mesa generators
• Ability to work travel rotation schedule
• High level of integrity and work ethic.
• Self-motivated and quick learner with the ability to work independently or as a team player.
• Excellent troubleshooting and technical skills
• Knowledge of electrical systems.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Appropriate safety equipment and practices are required.
• The employee must possess the ability to lift 50 pounds.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their typical responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

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