Senior Generator Field Technician

Role Overview

• Supervise and direct the work of assigned service technicians within geographic territory
• Evaluate performance, provide coaching and feedback, and develop training programs to improve technical knowledge and overall performance of assigned technicians
• Identify and assign team members to provide field support and mentorship to other service technicians
• Partner with the Service Director to resolve employee performance or behavioral issues and determine staffing needs
• Participate in recruiting and hiring of field service technicians
• Serve as first point of contact for phone and field support, including troubleshooting, emergency repair assistance, and parts delivery; escalate complex issues to the Service Director as needed
• Conduct preventive maintenance, emergency maintenance, startup, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of generators and related equipment
• Make pre-startup site visits to advise and assist installing contractors
• Lead safety initiatives and oversight for all technicians in assigned geography, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
• Execute Quality Control programs within assigned geographic territory, working with the Technical Service Manager to implement QC procedures and ensure proper documentation
• Support the Service Manager in reviewing work orders at all stages of project execution
• Drive and promote continuous improvement of field operations
• Provide customer-focused support to enhance customer relationships and resolve concerns
• Support planning and quoting of complex service projects
• Assist the Service Director with the OEM warranty process administration
• Advise the service operations team on time and materials needed for various service levels
• Provide after-hours emergency response support as needed
• Occasional overnight travel required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Master Technician or equivalent OEM certification and training is required
• High level of expertise with switchgear
• Positive attitude and strong customer service skills required
• Ability to manage a team of technicians
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organizational, computer, and communication skills
• Overnight travel may be required