New Job Opening: Electric Power Technician - Arkansas in Little Rock, AR

Job Description

Field Service Technician - Generators and Switchgear

Location: Arkansas Field-Based (Travel Required)

Compensation: $45-$55 per hour, 401k with 6% company match

We are looking for a skilled Power Field Technician / Power Generation Technician / Switchgear Technician to join a company with an aggressive growth plan (from $30M to $300M revenue in the next 5–10 years), where career stability, collaboration, and long-term opportunity are at the heart of the culture.

You will be a Generator and Switchgear specialist, comfortable on the installation, commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting!

Compensation:

Pay: $45-£55/hour

Relocation Bonus: $5,000

Retirement: 401k with 6% company match

Full Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Equipment Provided: Service truck, phone, computer, iPad

Location: Arkansas

Power Field Technician / Power Generation Technician / Switchgear Technician Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair diesel/gas engines, generators, switchgear, and electrical systems.


• Perform preventive maintenance, load bank testing, system inspections, and switchgear testing/maintenance to ensure reliability.


• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues across power generation and distribution systems using manuals, schematics, and diagnostic software.


• Complete service reports, work orders, and documentation accurately.


• Communicate with coordinators, management, and clients about job status, parts, and next steps.


• Assist with start-ups, commissioning, and testing of new generator and switchgear installations.


• Take part in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours calls as needed.

Power Field Technician / Power Generation Technician / Switchgear Technician Key Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience servicing diesel or gas engines, generators, switchgear, or related equipment.


• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.


• Familiarity with Caterpillar, Cummins, or similar power generation systems a plus.


• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and switchgear layouts.


• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.


• Willingness to travel (up to 50% overnight).