Description
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Field Service Technician, Power
Generation
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician
to support diesel and gaseous generator systems at local customer sites. In
this hands-on role, you’ll perform diagnostics, repairs, and performance
testing on standby and emergency power systems. This position provides
autonomy, minimal supervision, and direct impact on critical infrastructure,
without automotive maintenance or shop-based work. You will be home nightly,
with opportunities for overtime and emergency response as needed.
What You’ll Do
· Diagnose, maintain, and repair diesel and gaseous generator systems
· Troubleshoot AC and DC electrical systems (110V–600V), including transfer switches and switchgear
· Identify electrical and mechanical faults using meters, test equipment, and OEM diagnostic tools
· Perform load bank testing and generator performance verification
· Complete accurate service documentation, parts usage tracking, and repair recommendations
· Travel locally to customer sites using a company-provided service truck
· Support emergency service calls as required
· Follow all MSHS PPG safety, environmental, and operational standards
Must-Have Skills and Experience
Experience Level:
· Typically 3+ years of experience in power generation, diesel engines, industrial electrical systems, or related field service roles
· Military veterans with power systems, generator, or critical infrastructure backgrounds strongly encouraged
Technical Knowledge:
· Strong working knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems and generator diagnostics
Skills:
· Ability to work independently in a field service environment with minimal supervision
· Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and customer communication skills
· Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under company policy
Work Environment & Physical
Demands:
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work indoors or outdoors in varying conditions
· Willingness to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and be on-call as business needs require
Nice-to-Have Skills
· Experience with multiple generator makes and control systems
· Knowledge of industrial, marine, or defense power generation environments
· EGSA, ASE, or NCCER certification
· Experience supporting standby or emergency power systems in critical infrastructure settings
· Certificate or degree in Diesel Technology, Power Generation, or Electrical Systems, or equivalent hands-on experience
Who You Are
· Generator technicians currently working on standby or emergency power systems
· Diesel technicians or mechanics looking to specialize in power generation
· Industrial or field electricians with generator troubleshooting experience
· Military veterans with power systems, generator, or critical infrastructure backgrounds Technicians who want technical leadership without people management
Additional Details
· Salary Range: $35.00–$53.00/hour (DOE)
· Sign-On Bonus: $2,000; Relocation Assistance up to $5,000
· Shift: Standard business hours, with overtime and emergency call support as required
· Travel: Local customer sites using a company service truck
· Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, life and disability insurance