Generator Mechanic

Job Title: Generator Technician

Pay: $30-50/hr

Shift: 1st M-F (8:00 AM 5:00 PM)

Location: 4179 Dunn Road, Ellenwood, Georgia, 30294

Placement: 6-month contract to hire

Job Description

We are looking for a hands-on Generator Technician to service, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair diesel-powered generator systems. This position requires

someone comfortable working on both the diesel engine/mechanical side and the electrical controls side of generators.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine service on diesel generators.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose engine, mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
• Repair diesel engines, electrical components, wiring, controls, and generator assemblies.
• Monitor generator performance and identify potential problems before they cause downtime.
• Assist with the installation and startup of new generator systems.
• Use diagnostic equipment and a company-provided laptop to troubleshoot and document repairs.
• Travel to customer/job sites and perform field service work.
• Participate in a rotating weekend on-call schedule.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Follow proper safety procedures while working around diesel and electrical equipment.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience servicing or repairing diesel generators.
• Strong diesel/mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Basic to strong electrical knowledge, including controls, wiring, and electrical diagnostics.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot a generator from start to finish.
• Military generator experience, generator technician experience, or similar industrial diesel experience is a plus.
• Experience with Volvo equipment is a plus. Training and Volvo certification will be provided.
• Comfortable using diagnostic software and a laptop.
• Must have basic personal hand tools; specialty tools will be provided.

Schedule:

• Typically 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• Overtime available/required depending on service needs
• Rotating weekend on-call schedule

Why This Role?

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to expand their generator experience across diesel engines, electrical systems, controls, troubleshooting, and installation while receiving additional technical training and certification.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.