Field Service Technician – Generator Mechanic
$25-$50 per hour
Join a company that powers critical infrastructure and invests in your success.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide field-based service: perform emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and installations for commercial and industrial generators.
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Test, measure, and verify the operation of electrical components (AC/DC), transfer switches, and control systems.
- Conduct startups, diagnostics, and load bank testing for diesel and natural gas gensets.
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Program and troubleshoot generator controls and synchronizing systems.
- Build trusted customer relationships through professional, clear communication and top-tier service.
- Maintain company tools, inventory, and equipment with care and accuracy.
- Complete all necessary documentation, service logs, and reports.
- Collaborate with your Supervisor and fellow team members to ensure high-quality service delivery.
What You Bring to the Role
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3+ years of hands-on technical service experience in a relevant field: electrician, heavy equipment mechanic, HVAC tech, industrial or marine mechanic, or automotive technician.
- Background in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
- College diploma in Power Generation, or certification as a Licensed Electrician or Certified Mechanic with strong cross-disciplinary skills is preferred.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license with a clean record.
- Proficiency in AC/DC systems, generator control systems, and engine diagnostics.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills (verbal and written).
Schedule & Hours
- Start time: 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM from home.
- Standard 40 hours/week – overtime and double-time available (weekends at double-time).
- Peak season can reach up to 60 hours/week.
- Home daily; travel scheduled well in advance.
Pay & Advancement
- Technical Assistants: $22–$30/hour.
- Technicians: $30–$50/hour (depending on skills/experience).
- Opportunities to advance from TA to Industrial Technician through generator basics training and ongoing skills development.
- Additional training every 2 years with potential pay increases.
Perks & Benefits
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Take-home vehicle for Licensed Technicians (gas card included).
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Tool allowance (annual – TAs receive smaller allowance, must have basic tools).
- Uniform Provided (Shirt Only)
- pant allowance
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boot allowance.
- Choice of 3 comprehensive benefits packages.
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Health Spending Account – eyeglasses, braces, and more.
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$250 wellness allowance for gym memberships, etc.
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RRSP/DDSP matching program – , contribute 6% and receive 3% match.
- Overtime and double-time opportunities.
- Stable work in an essential service industry.