Generator Technician

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Royston i Hertfordshire, County of Hertfordshire, England
Hybrid
Entry level
AdTech • Cloud • Digital Media • Information Technology • News + Entertainment • App development
NBCUniversal has a rich history of evolving the media and entertainment industry.
The Role
The Generator Technician will service and maintain mobile generator sets, perform fault diagnosis and repairs, assist with equipment upkeep, and ensure compliance with safety and quality management policies. The role involves both depot-based work and occasional travel to filming locations for support.
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Company Description
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description
NBCUniversal seeks a qualified Generator Service Engineer to take responsibility for supporting our clients and servicing the Universal Production Services mobile generator fleet.
Your existing knowledge as a mechanical engineer with electrical experience, to service HVO/diesel driven generators, alternators and ancillary equipment will be critical to your success in this role.
This is mainly a depot-based role; however, there will be occasions where it is necessary to travel to filming locations.
Universal Production Services is the equipment support company for Sky Studios Elstree - the world's most sustainable film and TV studio. With 13 sound stages, the studios are host to major motion pictures and television productions.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team!
What you'll do...

  • The preparation, testing and repair of mobile generator sets, on 4x4 and 18T chassis vehicles.
  • Planned and reactive service and maintenance of mobile generator fleet.
  • Service, fault, find and carry out breakdown repairs if required.
  • Liaising with Fleet Manager for generator planning purposes.
  • Fault diagnosis and rectification of any issues.
  • Assist in the service, maintenance and overall upkeep and appearance of mobile generators (up to 250KVA) for the rental fleet. Ensuring manufacturers' recommended service schedules are followed.
  • Provide general assistance in the yard, including loading and offloading equipment.
  • Obtain hours and fuel levels of all trucks and generators, returned by customers or own transport, if requested.
  • Assist in the servicing and repairs off-site as and when required.
  • Occasional requirement for other duties on-site.
  • Drive forklift in the yard if required, once training has been given.
  • When required, drive company vehicles to visit film crews on location, collect/deliver parts and any essential equipment.
  • Comply with the Company Health & Safety Policy, including carrying out general housekeeping to ensure work areas are tidy.
  • Comply with all aspects of the company quality management procedures, environmental management standards and occupational health & safety management best practice, proactively contributing to the company's continuous improvement programme.


Let's talk about you...

  • Communicates with ease - You have a way with words. You are able to interact and communicate with front line production crew and are comfortable with communicating over the telephone as well as face-to-face.
  • Adaptable -You thrive in a fast-paced environment, having a flexible approach to work by being able to adapt to the needs of the business.
  • You are a team player -You use your own initiative and work effectively within a team.
  • Customer service champion - You are tuned in to the needs of our customers and are able to respond to their requirements effectively and efficiently.


Qualifications
What you must have:

  • Experience servicing generators is essential.
  • Familiar with electronics & mechanical components (including engines and alternators).
  • Full Clean Driving License, HGV qualified.
  • Strong communication and written skills.
  • Commitment to excellent service.
  • Flexibility to travel at short notice.
  • Possess a relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering/Diesel Fitting/Plant i.e. City & Guilds, BTEC or equivalent. OR to have served/completed an approved apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering OR proven experience servicing and repairing generator sets.


What would make you stand out:

  • Fork Lift Truck License.
  • Previous experience of working in a generator rental company.
  • Previous experience working in a Field Service environment.


Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.
NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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From film, television, news, theme parks, interactive media, and streaming, our people are at the center of it all. ​Here, we solve complex and business-critical problems. That’s why we’re looking for people to help us continue our evolution, imagining and delivering the most innovative and disruptive products and services through the latest tech advancements in the industry. ​

Here you can develop solutions. You’ll develop solutions that allow engineers to broadcast live TV from the comfort of their homes. These solutions will enable the use of our collection of hundreds of thousands of distinct intellectual properties across our film, television and streaming brands.

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