Power Generation Technician – CAT Generator Operations

Prismecs; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PRISMECS is seeking experienced Power Generation Technicians for a temporary power project in McKinney, Texas. The technicians will support the safe and reliable operation and monitoring of fourteen CAT 2 MW diesel generator units.

This assignment is expected to last approximately two months. Technicians will work closely with the customer, PRISMECS project management, and the qualified electrical professional assigned to the site.

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial diesel generators or temporary power systems.
• Experience with large CAT generator units or similar multi-megawatt power-generation equipment.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines, generator controls, alarms, fuel systems, cooling systems.
• Ability to recognize abnormal operating conditions and follow escalation procedures.
• Ability to accurately complete logs, reports, and shift documentation.
• Strong safety awareness and experience following lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in an industrial or outdoor project environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor CAT diesel generator units during scheduled operating hours.
• Perform routine equipment walkdowns and visual inspections.
• Monitor operating parameters, alarms, temperatures, pressures, fluid levels, and overall generator performance.
• Complete daily operating logs, shift reports, and equipment status documentation.
• Perform basic preventive checks and minor operational troubleshooting within the technician’s qualifications.
• Identify abnormal operating conditions and promptly escalate concerns.
• Assist with generator startup, shutdown, loading, unloading, and operational checks as directed.
• Coordinate with the on-site qualified electrical professional regarding electrical conditions and equipment safety.
• Follow site safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, required PPE, and established operating protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support shift handovers by communicating equipment status, alarms, open issues, and completed activities.

Job description

Power Generation Technician – CAT Generator Operations

Location

McKinney, Texas.

Work Arrangement

On-site | Project-Based (2 months)

Position Overview

PRISMECS is seeking experienced Power Generation Technicians for a temporary power project in McKinney, Texas. The technicians will support the safe and reliable operation and monitoring of fourteen CAT 2 MW diesel generator units.

This assignment is expected to last approximately two months. Technicians will work closely with the customer, PRISMECS project management, and the qualified electrical professional assigned to the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor CAT diesel generator units during scheduled operating hours.
• Perform routine equipment walkdowns and visual inspections.
• Monitor operating parameters, alarms, temperatures, pressures, fluid levels, and overall generator performance.
• Complete daily operating logs, shift reports, and equipment status documentation.
• Perform basic preventive checks and minor operational troubleshooting within the technician’s qualifications.
• Identify abnormal operating conditions and promptly escape mechanical or electrical concerns.
• Assist with generator startup, shutdown, loading, unloading, and operational checks as directed.
• Coordinate with the on-site qualified electrical professional regarding electrical conditions and equipment safety.
• Follow site safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, required PPE, and established operating protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support shift handovers by communicating equipment status, alarms, open issues, and completed activities.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience operating, monitoring, or maintaining industrial diesel generators or temporary power systems.
• Experience with large CAT generator units or similar multi-megawatt power-generation equipment is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines, generator controls, alarms, fuel systems, cooling systems, and basic electrical-generation principles.
• Ability to recognize abnormal operating conditions and follow escalation procedures.
• Ability to accurately complete logs, reports, and shift documentation.
• Strong safety awareness and experience following lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in an industrial or outdoor project environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and perform routine equipment inspections throughout the shift.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting temporary, rental, standby, or prime-power generator installations.
• CAT generator operation or maintenance experience.
• OSHA 10, OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, LOTO, or related safety training.
• Previous experience working on data-center, utility, construction, industrial, or temporary-power projects.
• Mechanical or electrical troubleshooting experience.

U.S. Work Authorization & Location Requirement

U.S.-based candidates only. Candidates must currently be based in the United States, be able to work on site in McKinney, Texas (or relocate to the area), and be legally authorized to work in the U.S. for Prismecs without current or future employer sponsorship. Prismecs is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position at this time.