Service Technician

Scott Electric Company; Jeannette (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Referral program

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

ESOP

Job summary

Scott Electric Company, including Palco Power Systems, seeks a Service Technician for residential and industrial generators across Western PA, based in Jeannette. You will diagnose, repair, and service prime power installations and standby systems with on-site fieldwork Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and potential on‑call requirements.

Ideal candidates have strong electrical and mechanical backgrounds, generator systems experience, and own tools.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical background.
• Experience diagnosing, repairing, and startup of diesel and gas generator sets.
• Working knowledge of Generator Power Systems.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Independently diagnose and repair prime power and stand-by electrical power installations.
• Understand automatic start/stop controls, safety shutdowns, switchgear, circuit breakers, and control panels.
• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain diesel and gas engines.
• Perform service on generators and parts in various environments.
• Safely assemble/disassemble equipment per manufacturer specs.
• Complete service reports and update work orders.
• Provide electric power generator service to customers.

Skills

Electrical background

Mechanical background

Diagnostic ability

Education

Experience with generator systems and industrial engines

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1946 in the city of Greensburg, PA, Scott Electric Company is one of the largest independent electrical distributors in the United States and has grown into a thriving business with storefront locations throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and West Virginia. Opportunities exist for career-oriented individuals who are interested in successfully serving a customer base of electrical, mechanical, general contractors, industry, government agencies, municipalities, and retail hardware and building supply markets.

At Scott Electric Company, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome all qualified applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We value the diverse perspectives and talents each person brings and believe that our differences make us stronger.

All employees are subject to and must execute an Employment Agreement that includes a restrictive covenant (Non-Compete, Non-Disclosure).

Palco Power Systems, a subsidiary of Scott Electric Company, a Western PA distributor of Kohler Power Systems, is seeking a Service Technician for Residential and Industrial generators throughout Western PA at the Jeannette, PA location (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, may require on-call for nights and weekends).

Responsibilities

• Independently diagnose and repair prime power and stand-by electrical power installations in both multiple and parallel operations
• Understand and have a working knowledge of automatic start and stop controls, safety shutdowns, switchgear, circuit breakers, and control panels
• Independently and successfully diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain diesel and gas engines
• Perform work on generators and parts in various environments and working conditions
• Safely assemble and disassemble equipment and parts according to the manufacturer's specifications
• Accurately complete service reports and provide the details to complete work orders
• Provide electric power generator service and industrial service to our customers

Requirements

• Possess appropriate training and relevant work experience in electric power generator systems and industrial engines to successfully diagnose, repair, and complete the technical startup of diesel and gas generator sets, transfer switches, and switchgear
• Working knowledge of Generator Power Systems
• Possess a valid Driver's License and clean driving record
• Strong electrical and mechanical background
• Possess their own tools to be functional for the position

Must submit a background check and drug testing.

Scott Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Schedule

• 8-hour shift

Work Location: In person