Generator Technician / Industrial Electrician
Are you an experienced electrician or generator technician who wants more variety, better equipment, and genuine skill growth? This role offers a solid next move — without excessive call outs or constant job hopping.
At Terra Cat, you’ll work across workshop and onsite environments, be exposed to a wide range of generator systems, and build capability on industry leading Caterpillar equipment.
**The role**
As part of our Auckland team, you’ll be responsible for preparing, servicing, repairing and maintaining a range of new and used generators.
Your work will include:
- Fault finding, diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance
- Mechanical work
- Workshop-based work and customer sites (no being stuck in one place)
- Associated documentation and job administration
You’ll be involved in interesting, real world projects and supported with modern test equipment and structured training, including Caterpillar systems — a great way to broaden your electrical skillset and future options.
**Why other team members like this role**- Escape from repetitive site work or call out heavy roles
- Exposure to varied, hands on technical and mechanical work
- Learning new systems and technology instead of doing the same fixes
- Flexibility of working hours
- Working for a stable, well resourced employer with clear career pathways
- Competitive hourly rate plus paid overtime after 8 hours/day
- Monday–Friday role with optional overtime or flexible arrangements neg
- Varied, challenging work (no two weeks the same)
- $2,000 p.a. tool allowance + interest free tool advances
- Technician Development & Master Technician programmes
- Caterpillar training and regular upskilling
- Subsidised medical insurance
- Employer super contribution up to 6.5%
- Discount fuel card
- Full uniform and PPE provided
- Strong commitment to health & safety
**What we’re looking for**
You’ll be:
- An NZ Registered Electrician, essential
- Experienced in generator installation and maintenance or have a strong interest in generator and mechanical work
- A team player who takes pride in quality work
If your electrical background is solid but generator experience is partial, we’re still keen to talk.
**Who we are**Terra Cat is New Zealand’s Caterpillar dealer, with 18 facilities nationwide supporting industry leading equipment across power generation, construction and infrastructure.
Learn more: https://www.terracat.co.nz/
**Interested?**Apply now — applications are reviewed as they’re received and may close early.
For a confidential chat, call the Talent Acquisition team on 0800 CATJOB (0800 228 562).