Traveling Generator Technician
Managed Generator Services LLCC
Apex, North Carolina
- Eligibility
- Small Engine & Power Equipment MechanicsRepair
Posted Aug 6 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 4 a week
- Term
- Per Diem
- On the floor
- Precepting expected · On call
- Experience
- 5+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Relocation
- Help offered
About this role
Lead the Charge in Power Generation — Join Managed Generator Services as a Traveling Generator Technician!
Position Title: Traveling Generator Technician Company Name: Managed Generator Services LLC Pay Range: $35.00 - $45.00+ (hour (depending on experience + Relocation assistance and per diem for travel projects (meals, lodging, and incidental costs) Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Durham, Raleigh, Greensboro (NC) Industry: Generator Maintenance & Repair (Residential, Commercial, Industrial)
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Overview
Managed Generator Services LLC (MGS) is seeking a highly skilled Traveling Generator Technician(A-Level) to join our Field Operations team. This is not your average technician role—we're looking for a true leader in the field who can independently diagnose, repair, and maintain generators up to and beyond 2000 kW. If you want to grow your career with a fast-paced, no-nonsense company where your work matters, this is the job for you.
Who We Are
Managed Generator Services LLC is one of the fastest-growing power generation service providers in the region, delivering proactive maintenance and responsive repairs for both residential and commercial customers. At MGS, there’s no red tape—just real impact, real opportunity, and real support. We’re not about corporate layers; we’re about results, ownership, and helping each other grow.
Learn more at www.managedgenerator.com
Key
Responsibilities
Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting of engines, electrical systems, and generator controllers.
Conduct load bank testing and system commissioning.
Execute preventive and corrective maintenance.
Handle emergency repairs and after-hours diagnostics when needed.
Support new equipment installations and major repairs.
Document work clearly, communicate with the office, and ensure job completion to standard. Mentor junior technicians and lead by example in the field.
Qualifications
5+ years of hands-on generator service experience required.
Master-level knowledge of generator systems, including major brands (Kohler, Generac, Cummins/Onan).
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capabilities.
Willingness to travel to out of town jobsites.
Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in diverse field environments.
EPA, EGSA, and OEM certifications are a strong plus.
Strong time management, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Benefits
Company vehicle for qualified field techs.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and disability insurance options.
Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick time).
Retirement savings program.
Bi-weekly pay cycle.
Referral bonus program.
Uniforms and safety equipment provided.
Tech package (smartphone or tablet).
Paid training and certifications.
Career development with mentorship and promotion from within.
Relocation assistance and per diem for travel projects.
Schedule
Full-time, 4-day work week
Location
Hybrid role; requires fieldwork and occasional travel. Base location will be coordinated depending on project and candidate location.
Compliance Statement
A professional review will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
Application details and notices
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on generator service experience required.
- Master-level knowledge of generator systems, including major brands (Kohler, Generac, Cummins/Onan).
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capabilities.
- Willingness to travel to out of town jobsites.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in diverse field environments.
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- EPA, EGSA, and OEM certifications are a strong plus.
- Strong time management, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Benefits highlights
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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- Paid time off
- Safety equipment provided
Place
- City
- Apex, North Carolina
- State price level
- 6% below the national average
North Carolina index 94.3, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
How this role fits you
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Worth asking
The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
- Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted $35.00 - $45.00 range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekend, holiday, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?