Shop​/Field - Generator Technician

At Mac Allister Machinery, we provide top-quality service and repair for equipment rentals. We are currently seeking a motivated and skilled Mechanic to join our team. You will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and make a significant impact on our customers' success.

As a Technician at Mac Allister Machinery, you will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment malfunctions and failures. You will rebuild, repair, and maintain equipment and components, ensuring they are operating at their highest performance. Your mechanical aptitude combined with excellent problem‑solving skills will enable you to provide accurate repairs and exceptional service.

• Positive and Inclusive Environment:
  Be part of a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development.
• Supportive Team:
  Join a team that values collaboration and support, creating a rewarding workplace.
• Access to Resources and Training:
  Enjoy access to excellent resources and training, empowering you to enhance your skills.
• Competitive Compensation:
  Highlight any competitive salary or benefits package offered.
• Professional Development:
  Mentor opportunities for continuous learning and career growth within the company.
• Stability:
  Mac Allister has been in business since 1945!

This position is primarily responsible for evaluating and performing service and/or repair jobs on engines and generators.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and service equipment (generators, diesel and/or gas engines, transfer switches, switch gear, etc.) using proper tools and procedures.
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and efficiently; work orders, service reports, allocation of time, and tracking parts.
• Maintain customer satisfaction by ensuring customer needs and deadlines are met.
• Complete all scheduled repairs in a safe and efficient manner.
• Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
• Adhere to all safety rules and maintain quality housekeeping in work area.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• No formal responsibility for supervising others.

Requirements

Required:

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 3 years or more of mechanical experience with engines/generators/air compressors.

Preferred:

• 5 years or more experience with engines/generators, preferably Caterpillar equipment.
• Experience with transfer switches, switch gear, uninterrupted power source (UPS) equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of power train, diesel engines, and electrical systems.
• Strong communication skills, including verbal, written and listening skills.
• Strong multitasking abilities, detail-oriented and self‑motivated.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Professional demeanor with both internal and external contacts including personal appearance and friendly, courteous treatment of peers and people at all levels inside and outside the organization.
• Strong computer skills experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and the ability to learn CAT/Mac Allister/Michigan Cat systems.
• Ability to build and maintain effective customer and professional relationships through strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on relationship‑building and consistent demonstration of solid professional judgment.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

All Mac Allister Machinery companies are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran applicants.