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Field Service Technician - Electric Power Generator
HOLT GroupUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 May 2026
About the role
Field Service Technician - Electric Power Generator
Department: Power Systems Division (PSD)
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Irving
Description
Holt CAT is the largest Caterpillar dealership of heavy equipment in the United States. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Power Generator - Field Service Technician for our Irving, Texas location. This position is responsible for providing troubleshooting and high-quality repair service on power generation, gas and diesel engines, and ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches), in order to respond to customers, needs in a positive, safe and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed.At least 5 years of field or shop tech troubleshooting and repair skills of Electrical Power and Generator experience required. At least 5 years of field or shop tech troubleshooting and repair skills of ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches) experience required. Must have a clean driving record.
Essential Functions
Job Description : This position is responsible for providing troubleshooting and high-quality repair service on electric power generation equipment, powered by natural gas or diesel engines, and ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches), Switchgear; and to respond to customer's needs in a positive, safe, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed.What can HOLT CAT offer you?
- A competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and competencies.
- A comprehensive and robust benefits program that includes complete health care, 401(k) matching & Profit-Sharing plan (ROTH and traditional), paid holidays, and a front-loaded PTO program.
- A Tuition Reimbursement program to support the pursuit of accredited college courses.
- An employee development program with professional development staff that allows you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT.
· Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
· Performs basic to intermediate repairs and minimal troubleshooting offsite with minimal supervision
· Performs basic to intermediate troubleshooting and minimal diagnoses of electric power generator equipment malfunctions and failures
· Removes and install parts, disassembles and assembles components to CAT specifications
· Tests, makes adjustments, and verifies proper operation of all repairs and adjustments
· Prepares and completes all job related documents, writes service reports, orders parts, and maintains clear customer records; in addition, accesses databases required to complete job
· Operates equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates
· Maintains service vehicle inspection records, daily inspections and driver logs as required by the Department of Transportation
· Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
· Maintains all company equipment, tools, and vehicle in a good, clean, and working order
· Communicates job progress to supervisor and customer as needed
· Completes assigned jobs and task to meet flat rate time and re-work standards
· Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
· Completes all assigned Technician Training Path courses and safety training in a timely and proficient manner
· Projects professionalism with both internal and external customers, including personal appearance; may be relied upon to act as a mentor to lower level Technicians
· Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
· Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- At least 5 years of field or shop service tech troubleshooting and repair skills of Electrical Power and Generator - experience required.
- At least 5 years of field or shop service tech troubleshooting and repair skills of Natural Gas and Diesel Engine - experience required.
- At least 5 years of field or shop service tech troubleshooting and repair skills of ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches) - experience required.
- Electrical 3 phase experience preferred
- Able to build electrical control panel boxes
- Able to commission generators for data centers
- Excellent customer service skills. Must be able to effectively communicate, both written and verbal, with customers and employees in a professional manner.
- Must have own tools for both electrical and mechanical.
- Intermediate diagnostic and trouble-shooting skills
- Planning and organizing s
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