September 17, 2025
Electric Energy Jobs

Service Technician – Commercial Generators & Power Systems

Organization:
Southern Company
Region:
Canada, Virginia, Virginia Beach
End of contest:
December 16, 2025
Type:
Full time
Category:
Technician
Description

Description

Service Technician - Commercial Generators & Power Systems

Are you experienced in Commercial Generators, Low/Medium Voltage Switchgear, or Battery Storage Equipment?

PowerSecure is hiring independent, reliable, and experienced Service Technicians to join our growing team. If you're ready to power up your career with a company that values your expertise, we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

  • Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000

  • Double Time: For emergency callouts (6 PM - 6 AM)

  • Company-Provided Gear: Truck, phone, credit card, uniforms, rain gear, arc flash gear

  • Annual Work Boot Program

  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, holidays, personal, sick, and parental leave

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Wellness Incentive Programs

    Key Responsibilities

  • Service and repair all makes/models of generator sets

  • Troubleshoot and repair engines (Volvo, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, John Deere, MTU)

  • Program and troubleshoot switchgear

  • Perform inspections, load bank testing, and start-up services

  • Deliver exceptional customer service

  • Complete job documentation thoroughly and on time

  • Participate in on-call rotation as needed

    Qualifications

  • 4+ years of commercial/industrial experience with generators, engines, switchgear, and controllers

  • Experience with Volvo engines is a plus

  • Willingness to travel overnight (up to 20%)

  • Ability to pass DOT physical, background check, and drug screen

  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook

  • OEM or EGSA certification preferred

    Physical Requirements

  • 85% field work, 15% administrative/technical support

  • Lift/carry/push/pull 20-75 lbs

  • Frequent standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and crawling

  • Ability to wear PPE (glasses, gloves, footwear)

  • Visual and auditory acuity required

  • May drive heavy-duty truck for up to 10 hours

  • Must be able to work long and unpredictable hours

    Why PowerSecure?

Read the full posting.

Contact

Southern Company

30 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW

Atlanta

Georgia États-Unis

www.southerncompany.com