Generator Supercenter
Generator Mechanic/Service Technician
Generator Supercenter, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
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Company Overview Generator Supercenter, Inc. is a leading provider of energy solutions committed to making a positive impact for our customers and environment. We specialize in energy solutions offering cutting‑edge technologies to help our clients utilize clean, renewable energy for savings from the grid and backup power.
Job Summary The Generator Mechanic/Service Technician will consult with the Service Manager to plan work and travel schedules in the surrounding area. Using our company‑supplied vehicle, you will travel to the customer’s residence to perform repair work and preventative maintenance on the customer’s whole‑home standby generator. You will regularly use verbal communication and customer service skills to communicate directly with our customers. Using mechanical and electrical knowledge of generators or small engines, you will troubleshoot and repair whole‑home standby generators for our customers. This work requires the ability to read and understand technical manuals, instructions, electrical wiring diagrams, and blueprints. When repairs and preventative maintenance are complete, you will use electronic/written communication skills to update the software system with information regarding services performed. This position will frequently work around electricity and will require the ability to adhere to all safety practices and requirements.
The work schedule will typically be Mon‑Fri from 8 am‑5 pm. The schedule is subject to change to support the needs of our customers, for example during bad weather or impending storms. The level of electrical and mechanical repair knowledge, years of direct generator repair experience, and previous experience working directly with customers will all be taken into account when determining the starting pay level within this range.
Benefits
A positive and collaborative work environment
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Medical, Dental and Vision – offered after 60 days of employment
Responsibilities
Use company vehicle – travel to customer’s residence
Communicate directly with customers regarding arrival, work being performed, issues resolved, etc.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and perform maintenance on the customer’s home generator
Follow technical instruction manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and procedures
Test, troubleshoot, and operate automatic transfer switches
Document services performed using an electronic software system
Adhere to all safety practices and requirements
Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications
Strong customer service and communication skills (verbal and written)
Problem‑solving, organization, and decision‑making skills
Ability to work independently demonstrating initiative
Reading and comprehension skills to understand technical manuals, electrical wiring diagrams, and blueprints
Ability to drive company vehicles safely to each customer’s residence within and surrounding area
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience with mechanical small‑engine repair work
Experience with electrical wiring
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Physical ability to perform job duties including bending, stooping, climbing ladders, pulling, grasping, and walking on uneven surfaces
Ability to work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures
Proper eyesight/vision to perform mechanical repairs safely
Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics
Must be able to drive company vehicles to each job site
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Generator Supercenter Corporate.
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Generator Mechanic/Service Technician
role at
Generator Supercenter .
Company Overview Generator Supercenter, Inc. is a leading provider of energy solutions committed to making a positive impact for our customers and environment. We specialize in energy solutions offering cutting‑edge technologies to help our clients utilize clean, renewable energy for savings from the grid and backup power.
Job Summary The Generator Mechanic/Service Technician will consult with the Service Manager to plan work and travel schedules in the surrounding area. Using our company‑supplied vehicle, you will travel to the customer’s residence to perform repair work and preventative maintenance on the customer’s whole‑home standby generator. You will regularly use verbal communication and customer service skills to communicate directly with our customers. Using mechanical and electrical knowledge of generators or small engines, you will troubleshoot and repair whole‑home standby generators for our customers. This work requires the ability to read and understand technical manuals, instructions, electrical wiring diagrams, and blueprints. When repairs and preventative maintenance are complete, you will use electronic/written communication skills to update the software system with information regarding services performed. This position will frequently work around electricity and will require the ability to adhere to all safety practices and requirements.
The work schedule will typically be Mon‑Fri from 8 am‑5 pm. The schedule is subject to change to support the needs of our customers, for example during bad weather or impending storms. The level of electrical and mechanical repair knowledge, years of direct generator repair experience, and previous experience working directly with customers will all be taken into account when determining the starting pay level within this range.
Benefits
A positive and collaborative work environment
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Medical, Dental and Vision – offered after 60 days of employment
Responsibilities
Use company vehicle – travel to customer’s residence
Communicate directly with customers regarding arrival, work being performed, issues resolved, etc.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and perform maintenance on the customer’s home generator
Follow technical instruction manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and procedures
Test, troubleshoot, and operate automatic transfer switches
Document services performed using an electronic software system
Adhere to all safety practices and requirements
Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications
Strong customer service and communication skills (verbal and written)
Problem‑solving, organization, and decision‑making skills
Ability to work independently demonstrating initiative
Reading and comprehension skills to understand technical manuals, electrical wiring diagrams, and blueprints
Ability to drive company vehicles safely to each customer’s residence within and surrounding area
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience with mechanical small‑engine repair work
Experience with electrical wiring
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Physical ability to perform job duties including bending, stooping, climbing ladders, pulling, grasping, and walking on uneven surfaces
Ability to work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures
Proper eyesight/vision to perform mechanical repairs safely
Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics
Must be able to drive company vehicles to each job site
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Generator Supercenter Corporate.
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