Technician A

Nixon Power Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + overtime

Company truck + fuel card

Full Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental

Paid Time Off

401(k) matching

Kohler Power System certifications

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Nixon Power Services seeks a Generator Technician to maintain and repair standby generator systems, including Kohler Power Systems expertise. The role entails hands-on diagnostics, appliance repairs, and timely service to ensure reliability and customer satisfaction.

The candidate should have 1–5 years of generator experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong communication and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical School Certificate or Military training, a plus.
• 1–5 years generator experience required.
• Experience with Kohler Power Systems a plus.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on standby generator systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair gas and diesel engines.
• Repair and adjust transfer switches and perform major repairs on units.
• Install and test new generator units.
• Respond quickly to jobsites in case of emergency.
• Complete and submit work orders and reports in a timely manner.
• Prepare accurate quotes for repairs.
• Follow safety requirements, including proper use of PPE.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Time management

Hands-on troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Kohler Power Systems familiarity

Job description

Job Description

With over 110 years of success, Nixon Power Services is the world’s largest distributor of Kohler Power generators. We operate in an environment where flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities keeps things interesting! We value team members who are passionate, down to earth and have a “can do” attitude, and enjoy providing premium services to customers.

We’re looking for a Generator Technician to join our team! This role is essential to our business and requires a hands‑on approach that ensures high-quality and timely service! You do what it takes to keep generators in top‑notch condition and help keep our business humming along smoothly for a world‑class customer experience.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate + overtime opportunities.
• Company truck + fuel card.
• Full Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) matching.
• Opportunity to pursue Kohler Power System certifications.
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
• Team-oriented culture.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform preventative maintenance on standby generator systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair gas and diesel engines.
• Repair and adjust transfer switches and perform major repairs on units.
• Install and test new generator units.
• Respond quickly to jobsites in case of emergency.
• Complete and submit work orders and reports in a timely manner.
• Prepare accurate quotes for repairs.
• Follow safety requirements, including proper use of PPE.

Candidates must be able to*:

• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and tools
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed.
• Lift and/or move up to 50lbs., and occasionally up to 100lbs.
• Work in environments with exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, extreme outdoor weather conditions (both heat and cold), and potential of electrical shock.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical School Certificate or Military training, a plus.
• 1-5 years or more of generator experience required.
• Experience with Kohler Power Systems a plus.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.