Power Systems Academy

Power Systems Technician Opportunity

Are you interested in becoming a Power Systems Technician? If so, we have the opportunity you have been waiting for!

Buckeye Power Sales has been providing on-site power solutions for businesses, contractors, engineers, municipalities, and homeowners since 1947, making us the oldest Rehlko (formerly Kohle r) generator distributor in the country. We are also a distributor of Siemens Energy engines and generators for a wide range of power generation applications such as combined heat and power, waste to power, prime, and continuous.

From power generation to light construction to grounds care – we have the machines, equipment, parts, programs, and service to help you get the job done.

We are accepting applications for Power Systems Academy!! We offer this twice a year. Please see below for our 2026 class dates and locations.

• January 19th
  - February 28th
  - Romeoville, IL
• Mid August
  - Late September, exact dates TBD
  - Canal Winchester, Ohio

What is PSA?

• 6-week training program to become a Generator/Power Construction Equipment Technician
• Located at our Canal Winchester & Romeoville locations
• Monday-Friday classroom training
• Online classroom with homework and quizzes

What does BPS provide?

• Hotel for out of town students
• Breakfast at hotel (if staying), lunch during class, and a group dinner 1x/week
• Weekly meal allowance
• Tool allowance (after completion)
• Company vehicle (after completion)

What is expected of you?

• Be there (on-time)
• Ability to get to Columbus or Romeoville (transportation and mileage not provided)
• 3-year commitment in a PS role after completion of class
• Ability/willingness to learn – ongoing training during your career
• Complete homework and quizzes at home

After graduation, you will be responsible for:

• Performing maintenance on customer equipment
• Servicing customers with planned maintenance agreements
• Generator troubleshooting
• After-hours callouts (ability to be on-call rotation for nights and weekends)
• Continued growth and education in the power systems field (must obtain EGSA certification)
• Communicating with our customers with details about their generators

Challenges of being a PS tech:

• Working outside in the weather elements (sun, snow, rain, high winds, etc.)
• Working in high places (roofs, ladders, etc.)
• Working in small spaces
• Heavy physical aspect (lift & carry)
• Electrical hazard exposure/arc flash

Buckeye Power Sales offers a great benefit package for our generator technicians, including:

• Competitive pay with bonus potential
• Regular day shift hours with overtime potential
• Advancement opportunities
• Excellent benefit package
• Paid time off
• Tool allowance

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Salary is based on skills and experience.

** Military Friendly, DFWP, EOE

• Passing grade on mechanical aptitude test and oil can test
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical
• Updated background check, drug test, and clean driving record
• Excellent customer service skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Computer literate (ability to learn Equip Soft)
• Long-term career focus - 3-year commitment working for Buckeye Power Sales
• Must conform to the core values of Buckeye Power Sales