What are the responsibilities and job description for the Generator Specialist position at Equipment Source Inc.?
Generator Specialist – Explore Alaska While Powering Its Communities
Are you a seasoned Generator Technician with a taste for adventure? Join our team and take your skills off the beaten path — servicing critical power systems across Alaska’s remote and awe-inspiring regions. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to combine technical expertise with unforgettable experiences in some of the most rugged and beautiful landscapes in the country.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues in power generation systems
- Use diagnostic software to interface with engine and generator control modules for troubleshooting and performance analysis
- Interpret work orders and technical instructions to determine service requirements
- Inspect, test, and fine-tune generators and related components to ensure optimal performance
- Disassemble and reassemble generator systems for maintenance and repair tasks
- Perform routine upkeep, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts
- Coordinate with the Service and Parts Manager to source necessary tools, supplies, and components
- Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support operations
What You Bring
- Your own set of tools
- Willingness to travel overnight to remote locations for generator service and repair
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience as a power generation technician or mechanic
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities, with a solid grasp of routine maintenance procedures
- Deep understanding of generator systems — including design, operation, and repair
- Awareness of safety protocols and occupational hazards specific to power generation work
- Physical capability to lift up to 90 lbs and perform manual tasks with dexterity and endurance
- A valid Alaska Driver’s License
Why This Role Stands Out
- Travel across Alaska’s remote communities and wild terrain
- Play a vital role in maintaining essential power infrastructure
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- A unique blend of technical challenge and outdoor adventure
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fairbanks, AK 99701
Salary : $32 - $65
