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Service Manager Diesel Generators

Penn Power


Job Location:

Buffalo, IA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 85000 - 85000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Penn Power Systems is seeking an experienced Service Technician Manager to lead our team of power generation service technicians. This role is responsible for driving day-to-day service operations coordinating workflow and scheduling developing technicians and ensuring safe high-quality service for our customers.


The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of generators and power generation equipment along with proven leadership experience. Youll serve as a technical resource for the team while improving service efficiency technician performance and the overall customer experience.


Join our team and be part of a company that values innovation professional growth and a commitment to delivering reliable power solutions. We offer competitive compensation ongoing training and a collaborative work environment dedicated to your success.


Compensation: Salary up to $85K/year - This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates relevant work experience skills certifications and geographic location.

Requirements

WHAT YOULL DO

  • Lead and develop the service technician team Provide day-to-day leadership coaching technical guidance and performance feedback to build a highly skilled and accountable service team.
  • Manage daily service operations Oversee technician workload scheduling and field service activities to ensure work is completed safely efficiently and within customer expectations.
  • Coordinate and prioritize service work Balance scheduled maintenance repairs emergency service needs and technician availability while adjusting priorities as business and customer needs change.
  • Provide technical leadership Serve as a resource for technicians when diagnosing complex generator electrical mechanical and power generation system issues. Assist with troubleshooting and determining appropriate repair solutions when needed.
  • Drive quality and productivity Monitor service performance workmanship efficiency and job completion to ensure company standards are consistently met. Identify opportunities to improve processes technician utilization and overall service delivery.
  • Support technician development Identify training and development needs reinforce technical standards and help technicians expand their skills and capabilities.
  • Champion a strong safety culture Ensure technicians follow company safety policies regulatory requirements and established procedures while working in the shop and at customer locations.
  • Maintain accurate service documentation Ensure work orders service records repair documentation and other required reporting are completed accurately and on time.
  • Manage tools and service resources Help ensure technicians have the appropriate tools equipment information and resources necessary to perform their work effectively.
  • Deliver an excellent customer experience Partner with customers and internal teams to communicate service status address technical concerns resolve issues and maintain strong customer relationships.

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Proven experience in generator maintenance repair power generation or a related technical service environment.
  • Previous experience leading supervising or developing technicians in a field service or service operations environment.
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems associated with generator equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals electrical schematics wiring diagrams and equipment specifications.
  • Strong organizational and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple technicians service priorities and customer needs simultaneously.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work successfully with technicians customers and internal leadership.
  • Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to professionally address service concerns and help drive solutions.
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety regulatory compliance and established service procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced service environment where schedules and priorities may change based on customer needs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of Power Group is a federal contractor and has implemented an affirmative action plan to ensure equal employment opportunities for females minorities individuals with disabilities and qualified targeted veterans. We make reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Contact ONLY if you wish to request an accommodation or if you wish to be included in our affirmative action program. Resumes sent to this address will not be accepted.


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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.


Required Experience:

Manager


About Company

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We began our rich history over fifty years ago as Engines Inc. starting our relationship with Detroit Diesel and Allison Transmission products. In 1977, Engines Inc. was sold and renamed Penske Detroit Diesel Allison. In 1983, we became Penn Detroit Diesel Allison. With the busines ... View more

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