How to hire a power generation equipment repairer

How to hire a power generation equipment repairer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step power generation equipment 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 power generation equipment repairer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new power generation equipment repairer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

Post a power generation equipment repairer job for free, promote it for a fee

Post free

1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your power generation equipment repairer job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a power generation equipment repairer for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A power generation equipment repairer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, power generation equipment 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.

   Here's a comparison of power generation equipment repairer salaries for various roles:

   Type of Power Generation Equipment Repairer	Description	Hourly rate
   Power Generation Equipment Repairer	Electrical and electronics installers and repairers install or repair a variety of electrical equipment in telecommunications, transportation, utilities, and other industries.	$16-30
   Relay Technician	Relay technicians do relay maintenance and repairs in electrical power stations. The technicians repair circuit breakers, test various components, calibrate generators, and replace wires... Show more	$18-57
   Substation Technician	Substation technicians are electrical professionals who are responsible for performing routine maintenance and emergency repairs on electrical substations. These technicians must possess skills in using basic hand tools to install or replace defective parts while assembling or disassembling electrical equipment... Show more	$13-25

   Show more

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Preventive Maintenance
   • Maintenance Checks
   • Voltage Regulators
   • Electronic Circuitry
   • Combustion Engines
   • Power-Generation Equipment
   • MOS
   • Internal Combustion Engines
   • Tactical Utility
   • Diesel Engines
   • Safety Procedures
   • Repairs
   • Air Compressors
   • Control Circuits

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Assist in the diagnosing and repair of HVAC, compressor, water pumps, trailer and vehicle system issues.
   • Repair different types of equipment such as generators, HVAC equipment, trucks, chemical pumps and pressure washers.
   • Create a preventative maintenance schedule that enhance operational accountability to increase combat effectiveness.
   • Perform duties professionally in a variety of different environments and conditions, including combat operations.
   • Install air conditioning and refrigeration system by positioning compressors, motors, condensers, humidifiers, evaporators and heaters.
   • 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 power generation equipment repairer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A power generation equipment repairer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, power generation equipment repairers' average salary in nebraska is 31% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level power generation equipment repairers earn 47% less than senior-level power generation equipment repairers.
   • Certifications. A power generation equipment 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 power generation equipment repairer's salary.

   Average power generation equipment repairer salary

   $47,292yearly

   $22.74 hourly rate

   ---

   Entry-level power generation equipment repairer salary

   $34,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing a power generation equipment repairer job description

   A power generation equipment 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. Below, you can find an example of a power generation equipment repairer job description:

   Power generation equipment repairer job description example

   Since the Army National Guard uses a plethora of electronic systems, power is essential to success. As the Power-Generation Equipment Repairer, you'll supply the power to run virtually every aspect of Army activity whenever and wherever it's needed.
   
   In this specialty, you'll support military operations day or night by performing preventive maintenance checks on generation equipment, or replace voltage regulators, governors, or circuit cards. You may also adjust frequencies and voltages using technical publications to enhance equipment efficiency.
   
   Perform maintenance on tactical utility, precise power-generation sets, internal combustion engines, and associated equipment
   Some of the Skills You'll Learn
   Generator and powerplant operations
   Electrical generation and distribution
   Diesel generator operation, disassembly, inspection, and maintenance
   Principles of electrical and electronic circuitry
   
   Helpful Skills
   Experience using hand and power tools
   Interest in electricity and working with large machinery
   
   Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career as a power plant electrician.
   
   Earn While You Learn
   Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
   
   Job training for a Power-Generation Equipment Repairer consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and approximately 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in maintaining electrical power systems. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.
   
   Benefits/Requirements
   
   Benefits
   Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change
   Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)
   
   Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
   
   Other Job Information
   
   Job Category: Mechanic and Maintenance
   Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Electrical electronics installers repairers commercial and industrial equipment electric motor power tool powerhouse substation relay equipment installers motor vehicles transportation equipment

   Copy this example

   

5. Post your job

   To find power generation equipment 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 power generation equipment repairers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level power generation equipment 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 power generation equipment repairer job on Zippia to find and recruit power generation equipment repairer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with power generation equipment repairer candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete 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 power generation equipment repairer

   Once you've found the power generation equipment repairer candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new power generation equipment repairer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

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.)

   Sign up to download full list

   Sign up

How much does it cost to hire a power generation equipment repairer?