Power Generation Commissioning Technician II

United Engines; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision programs

Paid vacation and sick time

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life and accident insurance

Job summary

United Engines, LLC. in Oklahoma City seeks a field service technician to install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, and test generator systems at customer sites, serving as a trusted technical resource for customers and project teams.

This hands-on role involves reading schematics, diagnosing issues, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with project managers to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable power solutions. Requires travel and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Power generation experience in industrial or critical-power settings.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70/70E and OSHA electrical codes.
• Ability to travel extensively within assigned territory.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair generator systems at customer sites.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, fuel, cooling, control, and starting-system issues and verify performance through testing.
• Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
• Read electrical schematics and technical documentation to support troubleshooting and commissioning.
• Inspect transfer switches, switchgear, and related power-distribution equipment and ensure compliance with specs.
• Support startups, upgrades, retrofits, and replacements with project teams and customers.
• Complete service reports, timekeeping, and inventory records accurately.

Skills

Power generation

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade certification valued

Tools

Generator diagnostics tools

Job description

Bring critical power systems online and keep them performing when reliability matters most. In this hands‑on role, you will install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, and test generator systems at customer sites while serving as a trusted technical resource for customers and project teams.

What You’ll Do

• Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair generator systems and related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, fuel, cooling, control, and starting-system issues, then verify performance through operational and load bank testing.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled service to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, service manuals, and other technical documentation.
• Inspect transfer switches, switchgear, controls, and related power‑distribution equipment.
• Confirm installations meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, manufacturer standards, and applicable codes.
• Support system startups, modifications, upgrades, retrofits, and equipment replacements.
• Partner with project managers, contractors, and customers throughout installation and commissioning projects.
• Explain findings, recommended repairs, and equipment condition clearly; provide basic operational guidance when appropriate.
• Respond to emergency service calls and equipment outages as assigned.
• Complete work orders, inspection forms, timekeeping, parts records, and detailed service reports accurately and on time.
• Maintain your service vehicle, tools, test equipment, and inventory in safe working condition.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED. A technical degree, military technical training, or relevant trade certification is valued.
• Three or more years of experience with power generation, electrical systems, controls, or diesel engines supporting industrial, marine, data center, utility, or other critical‑power customers is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience servicing generator systems such as Cummins, Caterpillar, Kohler, MTU, or comparable equipment.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 110, OSHA requirements, and applicable electrical codes.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical documents and apply them during troubleshooting and commissioning.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned service territory and work a flexible schedule based on customer and business needs.

This Role Is a Great Fit If You

• Enjoy solving complex generator and electrical‑system problems in the field.
• Communicate confidently with customers, contractors, and project teams.
• Take ownership of safe, thorough, high‑quality work and accurate documentation.
• Can adapt to changing site conditions, emergency call‑outs, and time‑sensitive customer needs.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders, enter confined spaces, and work around energized equipment when required and properly authorized.
• Work in field environments and varying or harsh weather conditions.
• Work extended hours, weekends, after‑hours calls, and holidays as business needs require.
• Follow company, customer, OSHA, environmental, and safety requirements, including pre‑job hazard assessments and appropriate PPE.

401(k) Savings Plan

• Medical, dental, and vision programs
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Holidays and vacation
• Flexible work schedules
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Employee life and accident insurance
• Supplemental life and accident insurance
• Business travel accident insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts