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Field Service Technician - Generators and Switchgear
Location: Arkansas Field-Based (Travel Required)
Compensation: $45-$55 per hour, 401k with 6% company match
We are looking for a skilled Power Field Technician / Power Generation Technician / Switchgear Technician to join a company with an aggressive growth plan (from $30M to $300M revenue in the next 5–10 years), where career stability, collaboration, and long-term opportunity are at the heart of the culture.
You will be a Generator and Switchgear specialist, comfortable on the installation, commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting!
Compensation:
Pay: $45-£55/hour
Relocation Bonus: $5,000
Retirement: 401k with 6% company match
Full Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Equipment Provided: Service truck, phone, computer, iPad
Location: Arkansas
Power Field Technician / Power Generation Technician / Switchgear Technician Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, maintain, and repair diesel/gas engines, generators, switchgear, and electrical systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance, load bank testing, system inspections, and switchgear testing/maintenance to ensure reliability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues across power generation and distribution systems using manuals, schematics, and diagnostic software.
- Complete service reports, work orders, and documentation accurately.
- Communicate with coordinators, management, and clients about job status, parts, and next steps.
- Assist with start-ups, commissioning, and testing of new generator and switchgear installations.
- Take part in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours calls as needed.
Power Field Technician / Power Generation Technician / Switchgear Technician Key Requirements:
- 3 years of experience servicing diesel or gas engines, generators, switchgear, or related equipment.
- Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Familiarity with Caterpillar, Cummins, or similar power generation systems a plus.
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and switchgear layouts.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Willingness to travel (up to 50% overnight).
Salary : $30 - $55