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Lead Generator Technician at CVM Electric

Lead Generator Technician

CVM Electric · Buffalo, NY, US

1 weeks ago

Lead Generator Technician

CVM Electric · Buffalo, NY, US

11 days ago
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About the Role

This hands-on field role is for an experienced generator technician ready to lead. The position combines preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair on diesel and natural gas standby and prime power systems with coordinating, training, and supporting a small team of field technicians. The Lead is the team’s go-to person for technical problems and safety on the job, reporting to the Director of Service Operations. Experienced generator technicians not yet at the lead level are encouraged to apply and will also be considered for Generator Field Service Technician openings.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive maintenance, load bank testing, diagnostics, and repair on standby and prime power generator systems.
  • Troubleshoot generator controls, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and related electrical equipment.
  • Install, commission, and start up new generator systems.
  • Coordinate technicians on job sites, including larger installs, startups, and emergency calls.
  • Train and mentor technicians on diagnostics, repair procedures, and safe work practices.
  • Check completed work and review service reports for accuracy.
  • Lead job site safety briefings.
  • Take part in candidate interviews.
  • Respond to emergency service calls as part of an after-hours and on-call rotation.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands-on generator maintenance and repair experience, including at least 1 year as a lead or senior technician.
  • Strong diesel and natural gas engine knowledge.
  • AC/DC electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean 5-year driving record.
  • Ability to operate a 3500-series truck while towing a trailer.
  • Ability to pass a background check and a DOT physical.
  • Own basic hand tools.
  • Availability for regular travel within an assigned territory, including overnight travel.

Skills

  • Generator maintenance
  • Generator repair
  • Diesel engine knowledge
  • Natural gas engine knowledge
  • AC/DC electrical troubleshooting
  • Schematic reading
  • Wiring diagram reading
  • Technical manual interpretation
  • Job site safety leadership
  • Technician training and mentoring

Location

  • Northeast
  • Mid-Atlantic

Work Type

  • Field role
  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Lead technician
  • Senior technician

Education Level

  • Journeyman Electrician license (preferred)
  • CDL Class A or B (preferred)
  • Manufacturer certifications (Cummins, Caterpillar, Kohler, Generac, MTU) (preferred)

Salary/Compensations

  • $35.00 – $45.00 per hour (for Generator Field Service Technician openings)

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • PTO that grows with tenure
  • Paid holidays
  • 401(k)
  • Profit-sharing program

About the Company

  • CVM Electric is a fourth-generation, family-owned commercial and industrial electrical contractor rooted in Western New York since 1919.
  • Launching a new Generator Division and building teams across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
  • Family-owned company with over a century of history.
  • Opportunity to be on the ground floor of a new division with room to grow.

Equal Opportunity

  • CVM Electric is an equal opportunity employer.