Shop Foreman

Houston, United States | Posted on 10/30/2026

Shop Foreman/Inside Technical Services Manager

DEPCO Power Systems |
Houston, Texas

Hands-on technical leadership|
Competitive Salary |
Semi-Annual Performance
Bonus |
Career Growth | Sign-On Bonus

Know generators and enjoy helping a shop team solve toughproblems? DEPCO Power Systems is looking for a working Inside Technical Services Manager who can diagnose and repair equipment, guide technicians, and keep daily shop work moving safely and efficiently.

• Lead daily shop activity, assign work, and adjust priorities to keep projects on track.
• Work alongside technicians on diagnostics,troubleshooting, repairs, rebuilds, inspections, load-bank testing, and commissioning.
• Coach technicians through technical challenges and help strengthen their skills.
• Review repair plans and major repairs for alignment with OEM specifications and DEPCO quality standards.
• Complete final inspections and authorize equipment release after successful testing.
• Coordinate with operations, purchasing, inventory, and shipping to keep work moving.
• Maintain accurate work orders, labor, material, and testing records.
• Champion and reinforce safe work practices and accountability.

• At least 10 years of experience in power generation, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment, diesel or natural gas engine service, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated generator diagnostics, rebuild, repair, and testing experience, plus the ability to develop technicians.
• Ability to organize shop work, explain technical issues, and hold the team to safety and quality standards.
• Experience using ERP or work order systems, Microsoft Office, and accurate service documentation.
• A high school diploma or GED.

• Five or more years as a supervisor in addition to your 10 years of technical experience. Technical school, military technical training, trade certifications, and Acumatica (ERP) experience are also preferred.
• Relevant systems include diesel and natural gas generators(200-2000kw), transfer switches, switch gear, controls, governors, ECMs, and ECUs. Brands include Caterpillar, Cummins, Kohler, MTU, Detroit Diesel, Multiquip, Northern Lights, Cummins Onan, and comparable industrial or marine equipment.

• Must be a Working Manager who actively participates in daily shop operations and hands-on technical work:
  70% shop, 20% office administrative paperwork, and 10% training technicians.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot diesel and natural gas generators (200-2000kw), engines, transfer switches, switch gear, and related power generation equipment.
• Ability to change voltages on generator ends, replace breakers, and reprogram generator control panels.
• Strong working knowledge of generator controls, governors, ECMs, ECUs, protective shutdown systems, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to diagnose and repair Caterpillar,Cummins, Kohler, MTU/Rolls-Royce, Multiquip (MQ), Detroit Diesel, and similar power generation equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of diesel and natural gas fuel systems.

Competitive compensation, plus benefits that support yourhealth, family, and future:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage available on Day 1 for eligible employees
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility with up to a 4% company match, fully vested.
• Employee assistance, professional development, and additional employee and family benefits.

Benefits are subject to eligibility, applicable plandocuments, and company policies. See the Benefits Overview for details.