Hands-On Shop Lead — Power Gen Diagnostics & Mentoring

Human Insights Consulting, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Immediate 401(k) with up to 4% match

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Benefits for family and stability

Job summary

DEPCO Power Systems in Houston, TX is seeking an Inside Technical Services Manager with hands-on leadership to diagnose, repair, and optimize generator equipment. You will guide technicians, manage shop priorities, and ensure safety and quality across daily operations.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in power systems, strong diagnostics, and ERP/office skills. This role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities in a dynamic service environment.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in power generation or related technical field.
• Experience diagnosing, rebuilding, repairing, and testing generators.
• Ability to mentor and develop technicians.
• Strong organization and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shop activity, assign work, and adjust priorities to keep projects on track.
• Work alongside technicians on diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, rebuilds, inspections, load-bank testing, and commissioning.
• Coach technicians through technical challenges and help strengthen their skills.
• Review repair plans and major repairs for alignment with OEM specifications and DEPCO quality standards.
• Complete final inspections and authorize equipment release after successful testing.
• Coordinate with operations, purchasing, inventory, and shipping to keep work moving.
• Maintain accurate work orders, labor, material, and testing records.
• Champion and reinforce safe work practices and accountability.

Skills

Generator diagnostics

Technical leadership

Troubleshooting

Training technicians

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Acumatica

Work order management

Job description

DEPCO Power Systems in Houston, TX is seeking an Inside Technical Services Manager with hands-on leadership to diagnose, repair, and optimize generator equipment. You will guide technicians, manage shop priorities, and ensure safety and quality across daily operations.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in power systems, strong diagnostics, and ERP/office skills. This role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities in a dynamic service environment.