Generator Technician - Virginia

Cat5 Resources; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Company Vehicle

Laptop & Internet

24/7 Support

Paid Time Off

Overtime

Education & Training

Career Advancement

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K & FSA

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability & Other Insurance

Job summary

Cat5 Resources LLC is seeking a Field Generator Technician in Arlington, VA to install, repair, and maintain back-up power systems for telecoms and local businesses. The role requires basic electrical knowledge and a mechanical background, with a minimum of two years’ experience and a valid driver's license.

Salary ranges from $25-$35 per hour with guaranteed 40 hours weekly. Benefits include sign-on bonus, company vehicle, laptop and internet, and paid time off among others.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of generator technician experience.
• Must be at least 23 years old.
• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Possess basic electrical knowledge.
• Mechanical background with generator experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform generator repairs on commercial systems and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose generator issues.
• Stay up to date with changes across equipment models.
• Evaluate and recommend necessary repairs.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical background

Customer skills

Drug & alcohol testing compliance

Independence

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

About Cat5 Resources LLC

Cat5 Resources is a certified Woman-Owned Business providing technical and operational services to critical infrastructure across the Southern US, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. Since 2013, we’ve supported telecommunications, utilities, and essential industries with services including Disaster Recovery, Operations and Maintenance, Electrical, Civil and Construction, and Transportation and Logistics. In 2016, we expanded into Puerto Rico with Cat5 Caribbean, and in 2024, we launched Cat5 Power Solutions to deliver portable power sales and rentals across the region. We are committed to powering and protecting the infrastructure that keeps businesses and communities running—whether during daily operations or times of disaster.

• Candidates must be based in Virginia or they will NOT be considered for the position.**

Job Description

The Field Generator Technician will install, repair and perform routine and preventative maintenance on back-up power systems for telecommunication companies, local businesses and emergency service personnel.

Salary

Salary is $25-$35 per hour based on level of experience as a generator technician.

Guaranteed 40 hours per week.

Benefits Cat5 Resources Provides

• Sign-On Bonus (based on experience and level)
• Company Vehicle
• Laptop with High-Speed Internet Access
• 24/7 Technical Service Support
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Overtime Available
• Continued Education and Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401K and FSA
• Life and AD&D Insurance $25,000 Employer Paid
• Employee Paid Benefits including: Disability, Life and Accident Insurance, Cancer and Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Able to perform generator repairs of commercial generators as well as preventative maintenance
• Able to perform generator troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Maintains knowledge of updated changes in various models of equipment
• Evaluates and recommends any required repairs
• Excellent customer skills
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have 2 year(s) previous experience
• Must be at least 23 years old
• Must have G.E.D. High School Diploma
• Possess basic electrical knowledge
• Must have mechanical background. Generator mechanics a plus!

Requirements Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (ksa’s)

• Possess a working knowledge of the above titled position and how it relates to the overall business and its’ objectives
• Must conform to company policies and procedures and meet company goals and objectives as well as protect the company assets and interests
• Must have a current driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must be able to pass and maintain drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Must be computer literate, a Windows based environment preferred (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook)
• Must be dependable and able to work independently
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and able to bend and twist several times a day
• Must have the ability to work flexible hours, days, travel and stay overnight
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance, promote and maintain a clean, neat and safe work environment
• Possess troubleshooting skills and have the ability to effectively operate basic shop equipment
• DOT Medical Card required

Cat5 Resources, LLC is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in the programs or activities which it operates.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

25 - 27 USD per hour(Level 1)

28 - 30 USD per hour(Level 2)

31 - 35 USD per hour(Level 3)

35 - 40 USD per hour(Level 4)