Generator Technician OSU-IT

VoltaGrid LLC; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid is seeking a Generator Technician to diagnose and repair natural gas generators. The role includes verifying breaker settings and proactively inspecting and recommending repairs to improve reliability.

Travel rotation is required, with the ability to work field assignments in Abilene, TX; Covington, GA; Denver, CO; Midland, TX; San Antonio, TX; Watford City, ND. Strong troubleshooting and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with natural gas engines, preferably large Caterpillar or Jenbacher generators.
• Ability to work travel rotation schedule.
• Strong troubleshooting and technical skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair natural gas generators; verify breaker settings.
• Inspect and recommend repairs to increase generator reliability.
• Read electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Test and verify operation after repairs.
• Train other technicians on troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintain a clean job site and safe practices.
• Maintain records electronically.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical systems knowledge

Wiring diagrams reading

Team player

Safety practices

Tools

Caterpillar/Jenbacher generators

Job description

Position Title: GENERATOR TECHNICIAN
Location: Field Office - 14 days on, 7 days off Abilene, TX, Covington, GA, Denver, CO, Midland, TX, San Antonio, TX, Watford City, ND
FLSA Class: NON-EXEMPT
Responsible to: Regional Maintenance Manager

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:

• Knowledge to assist and participate in routine inspections and modify Natural Gas engines and associated equipment.
• 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.
• 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:

• Experience with natural gas engines, preferably with large Caterpillar or Jenbacher natural gas 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.

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.

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