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Overview

We are seeking a skilled Generator Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of generators to ensure reliable power supply for our clients, requiring technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine maintenance on generators, including oil changes, filter replacements, and system checks.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot generator malfunctions and failures.
  • Replace or repair defective parts and components as needed.
  • Test and verify repairs to ensure proper operation.
  • Conduct regular inspections of generators and associated systems to identify potential issues or safety hazards.
  • Prepare and submit detailed inspection reports and recommendations.
  • Offer recommendations for upgrades or replacements as needed.
  • Maintain accurate records of all service activities, including repairs, maintenance, and parts used.
  • Complete and submit service reports in a timely manner.
  • Participate in on-call rotations for emergency repairs.
  • Communicate with inside staff regarding the status of work orders.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment and the ability to read technical schematics.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment and tools, up to 50+ lbs.
  • Capable of working in various environmental conditions.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • 2+ years working with generators preferred.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Holidays (6)
  • PTO
  • Sick Time

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k)
Paid Holidays (6)
PTO
Sick Time
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How this job compares in Wyckoff, NJ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across New Jersey currently run a median of $35/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $30–$40/hr across 144 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Wyckoff, NJ

Wyckoff, NJ is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across New Jersey as a whole we're tracking 216 other active welding openings from 131 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across New Jersey.

Generac currently has 1 other opening live in New Jersey, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in New Jersey at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Rhoads Industries (12), gpac (10), and Gpac (10). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within New Jersey, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Camden at $51/hr, Northvale at $40/hr, and Newark at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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