Power Gen & Switchgear Field Technician

Verto People, Ltd.

Little Rock (AR)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus $5,000

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

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Job summary

Verto People, Ltd. is seeking a Field Service Technician specializing in generators and switchgear. This Arkansas-based role is field-based with up to 50% travel and pays $45-$55 per hour, plus a $5,000 relocation bonus and a 401(k) with company match.

You will install, commission, start-up and troubleshoot power generation equipment. You will diagnose, maintain, repair diesel/gas engines and switchgear, perform preventive maintenance, complete service reports, and support startups and testing

Qualifications

3+ years of field experience servicing diesel or gas engines, generators, switchgear.
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, or similar power generation systems is a plus.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record; willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, maintain, and repair diesel/gas engines, generators, switchgear, and electrical systems.
Perform preventive maintenance, load bank testing, system inspections, and switchgear testing/maintenance to ensure reliability.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues across power generation and distribution systems using manuals, schematics, and diagnostic software.
Complete service reports, work orders, and documentation accurately.
Communicate with coordinators, management, and clients about job status, parts, and next steps.
Assist with start-ups, commissioning, and testing of new generator and switchgear installations.
Take part in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours calls as needed.