How to hire a generator repairer

How to hire a generator repairer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step generator repairer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a generator repairer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new generator repairer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The generator repairer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A generator repairer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, generator repairers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of generator repairers.

   Type of Generator Repairer	Description	Hourly rate
   Generator Repairer	Electrical and electronics installers and repairers install or repair a variety of electrical equipment in telecommunications, transportation, utilities, and other industries.	$17-31
   Electric Motor Winder	Electric motor winders see to it that any motor-powered equipment, such as automobiles, boats, yachts, and the like, is in its best condition. They are to repair even the motor's tiniest parts, requiring great attention to detail to reassemble it back completely and precisely as its form previously... Show more	$12-43
   Repairer	The job of a repairer is general maintenance of machinery, general repairs, and routine fixing. They have a very wide range of jobs depending on the organization or workplace... Show more	$20-29

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Plumbing
   • HVAC
   • Diesel Engines
   • Electrical Systems
   • Routine Maintenance
   • General Repairs
   • Technical Guides
   • Internal Combustion Engines
   • Power-Generation Equipment
   • Mechanical Equipment
   • Control Circuits
   • Test Equipment
   • Combustion Engines
   • Combat

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   Responsibilities:

   • Set timing to machinery and troubleshooting PLC's.
   • Train squad on the individual and collective tasks require to sustain combat effectiveness.
   • Perform duties professionally in a variety of different environments and conditions, including combat operations.
   • Ensure that all TMDE items are calibrated and account for accordingly.
   • Deliver items to the TMDE lab before calibration are due to ensure tool rotation are effective.
   • Maintain and repair trucks, bulldozers, power shovels and other heavy equipment used for construction operations to support military operations.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your generator repairer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A generator repairer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, generator repairers' average salary in south dakota is 15% less than in rhode island.
   • Seniority. Entry-level generator repairers earn 45% less than senior-level generator repairers.
   • Certifications. A generator repairer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a generator repairer's salary.

   Average generator repairer salary

   $48,545yearly

   $23.34 hourly rate

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   Entry-level generator repairer salary

   $36,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a generator repairer job description

   A generator repairer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a generator repairer job description:

   Generator repairer job description example

   Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL. We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today's most innovative thinkers to solve the world's toughest problems.
   
   We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That's what #LifeAtCummins is all about.
   
   We are looking for a talented BIS Service Technician II to join our team for our location in Elkhart, IN.
   **In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:**
   
   + Performs skilled activities which support manufacturing business needs.
   
   + Selects and uses appropriate tools, machinery and specialty equipment completing work with limited guidance.
   
   + Learns and understands the protocols of working safely with electricity and other energy sources with industrial equipment.
   
   + Provide technical support for generators to OEMs and repair generators.
   
   + Travel to OEM locations for service calls for troubleshoot and repair on site.
   
   + Documents repair in Repair Order form.
   
   + Support the install team members in diagnostics, troubleshooting and problem solving using basic 6 Sigma tools.
   
   **To be successful in this role you will need the following:**
   
   + High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
   
   + This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
   
   + Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.
   
   - Minimum 1 year of experience in engine/generator troubleshooting preferred.
   
   + Pay starting at $24/HR or more based on experience level
   
   + Ability to work 1st Shift: M-F, 6AM - 2PM (some overtime, based on the needs of the facility)
   
   **Compensation and Benefits**
   
   Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.
   
   **Cummins and E-verify**
   
   At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization
   
   **Job** MANUFACTURING
   
   **Primary Location** United States-Indiana-Elkhart-US, IN, Elkhart, Onan
   
   **Job Type** Shop
   
   **Recruitment Job Type** Shop
   
   **Job Posting** Oct 4, 2022, 12:41:14 PM
   
   **Unposting Date** Ongoing
   
   **Organization** Power Systems Business
   

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5. Post your job

   To find generator repairers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any generator repairers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level generator repairers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your generator repairer job on Zippia to find and recruit generator repairer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit generator repairers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new generator repairer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the generator repairer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new generator repairer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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