Diesel Generator Mechanic

Pay: $20.00-$40.00+/hour (Based on Experience)

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 40-50 Hours Per Week

Location: New Iberia, LA

Join a growing team as a Diesel Generator Technician responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, and testing commercial and industrial generator systems. This role is ideal for mechanics with diesel engine experience who enjoy troubleshooting complex equipment and providing reliable power solutions for customers.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Technical training in diesel mechanics, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment repair, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent hands-on diesel engine repair experience will be considered.
• Diesel mechanic or generator technician certifications are a plus.

Experience Requirements

• Previous diesel engine repair and maintenance experience required.
• Strong knowledge of fuel, cooling, lubrication, charging, and starting systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues independently.
• Experience reading wiring diagrams, schematics, and service manuals.
• Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Perkins, or similar engines preferred.
• Field service, generator repair, ATS troubleshooting, and load-bank testing experience preferred.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely.
• Work around heavy equipment, diesel engines, and industrial generator systems.
• Comfortable working indoors, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Job Duties

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial diesel generators.
• Perform preventive maintenance on standby and prime power systems.
• Troubleshoot no-start, shutdown, overheating, fuel, cooling, lubrication, charging, and electrical system issues.
• Repair and replace components including injectors, pumps, batteries, starters, alternators, voltage regulators, filters, hoses, and belts.
• Inspect and troubleshoot generator controllers, sensors, alarms, and automatic transfer switches (ATS).
• Perform operational testing and load-bank testing to verify performance.
• Record generator operating data and complete service documentation.
• Assist with generator installations, startups, commissioning, engine repairs, and overhauls.
• Respond to field service calls and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)