Christopher Ruzicka
South Plainfield,NJ
Summary
Highly experienced generator technician and service leader with a strong background in diesel, natural gas, and propane generator systems. Proven ability to diagnose, repair, install, and maintain generators ranging from residential units to multi-megawatt industrial systems. Former military professional with exceptional troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a strong safety mindset. Adept at working independently, leading projects, and supporting customers in critical power environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Generator Mechanic
Cummins
12.2022 - Current
- Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on Cummins diesel and natural gas generators ranging from standby to large commercial and industrial units.
- Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability, compliance, and peak performance.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, fuel, cooling, and control system faults using schematics, diagnostic software, and test equipment.
- Service and commission ATS, paralleling gear, switchgear, and load bank systems.
- Respond to emergency service calls, restoring critical power systems under time-sensitive conditions.
- Document service work, parts usage, and findings accurately in company service systems.
- Ensure all work complies with OSHA, NEC, and Cummins safety and quality standards.
- Collaborate with customers, engineers, and internal teams to resolve complex power issues and improve system reliability.
- Currently serving as site lead for a Merck pharmaceutical facility, managing preventative maintenance, testing, and emergency response for 35+ generators and 100+ ATS units, sustaining continuous 100% readiness with zero downtime over a two-year period.
Lead Generator Technician/Service Manager
Monarch Power Systems
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Carried out inspections on over 250 small and large capacity generators monthly.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical and electrical issues on diesel, natural gas and propane gensets.
- Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters.
- Repaired, replaced and cleaned equipment and components such as circuit breakers, brushes and commutators.
- Single-handedly maintained 98% readiness of over 700 various manufacturers of generator equipment.
- Disassembled, reassembled, and started up over 300 various pieces of generator, ATS, and switchgear equipment.
- Scheduled, contacted, and contracted over 200 customers for generator and ATS maintenance.
- Single-handedly maintained over 50 pieces of rental equipment while on and off sites.
- Completely revised entire service department to establish more reliable and efficient means of service for customers.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
- Coordinated over 300 projects for rigging, disassembly, transport, reassembly, and start up.
- Developed and implemented new procedures for improving inventory control and reducing time required locating parts by modifying part numbers and locations.
Generator Technician
Kinsley Power Systems
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Set up and managed maintenance schedules.
- Troubleshot problems with engines and breakers.
- Developed and executed layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms and city regulations.
- Maintained positive relationships with all customers.
- Performed preventative maintenance on electrical panels and distribution systems, saving customers 30% off future repair spending.
- Used schematic diagrams to plan work.
- Kohler air and liquid cooled generator certified.
- Diagnosed and repaired generators ranging from 10kw-3.5mw
- Load banked units ranging from 50kw-3.5mw
- Diagnosed and repaired generators ranging from Kohler, Generac, Detroit diesel, Cummins, and Caterpillar.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on diesel, natural gas, and propane gensets.
Generator Mechanic/Electrician
United States Marine Corps
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Expert in tactical and technical guidance.
- Operated and maintained equipment worth $100,000 in contaminated areas.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $1,000,000.
- Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
- Fabricated specific electrical component parts and assemblies.
- Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
- Demonstrated expertise with use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters.
- Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters.
- Reviewed architectural, mechanical and electrical plans and specifications to evaluate energy efficiency or determine economic, service and engineering feasibility.
- Assessed automated systems governing mobile electric power generation in field environments.
- Troubleshooting various components within control module of multiple diesel powered generator sets.
- Delegate teams of up to 5-10 personnel with clear and precise directives on daily basis and supervise to ensure task(s) are accomplished.
- Used knowledge of electrical theory and concepts, electronic modules, motor control circuits, and electric power generation equipment.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls and lighting.
- Maintained and repaired solenoids and regulators on generator systems.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings and layouts to complete repairs.
- Educate and enforce safety standards of institution, as well as standards established by OSHA
- Maintained OSHA 90 day satellite site
Education
Certification - OSHA 10 (SST) - Safety
360 Training
Online08.2022
Certification - OSHA 30 - Safety
360 Training
Online08.2022
Certification - Fuel System Installer - Mechanical Engineering
Omntec
Online07.2022
Certification - OSHA 30 hour
Craven County College
Havelock, NC2016
Certification - Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Craven County College
Havelock, NC2016
Basic - Electrical
Basic Engineer Electrical Equipment Specialist Technician
Jacksonville, NC2013
High School Diploma - undefined
South Plainfield High School
South Plainfield, NJ2011
Skills
- System-level electrical design and integration
- Advanced critical thinking
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Generator service, repair & maintenance
- OSHA Safety
- Leadership experience
- Electrical Systems & Controls
- Electrical equipment installation and maintenance
- ATS & switchgear systems
Timeline
Power Generator Mechanic
Cummins
12.2022 - Current
Lead Generator Technician/Service Manager
Monarch Power Systems
01.2018 - 12.2022
Generator Technician
Kinsley Power Systems
01.2017 - 01.2018
Generator Mechanic/Electrician
United States Marine Corps
01.2013 - 01.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
South Plainfield High School
Certification - OSHA 10 (SST) - Safety
360 Training
Certification - OSHA 30 - Safety
360 Training
Certification - Fuel System Installer - Mechanical Engineering
Omntec
Certification - OSHA 30 hour
Craven County College
Certification - Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Craven County College
Basic - Electrical
Basic Engineer Electrical Equipment Specialist Technician