Power Generation Field Technician

Position Description

Advanced Equipment is accepting applications for a Field Technician in our Lorton, VA Location.

The Field Technician performs quality inspections, maintenance and testing of power generators and ATS controls. Ability to perform scheduled and unscheduled repairs on diesel and gaseous systems, and ATS controls. Experience with dual paralleling and switchgear for large systems or plant operations. Prepares service reports, parts requests and other related reports. Must have strong understanding of all engine types. Must be a self starter and be able to work independently.

Required Skillset

• Generator maintenance, repair and testing, minimum of 3 year of experience in Diesel Engines and/or generator sets.
• Or Certification of Graduation from a Diesel Technology or Electrical Trade School or Community College with experience.

Qualifications:

• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Reading and understanding electrical schematics and blueprints in troubleshooting faulty equipment.
• Working with Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
• Performing retrofit and commissioning generators
• High proficiency using electrical test equipment
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on diesel and gaseous generators
• Must be well organized and use laptops with Excel and Outlook programs
• Possess good communication skills
• Adhere to all company safety procedures and policies
• Ability to work independently and solve problems
∙ Ability to adhere to work schedule
∙ Willing to be on-call after regular hours, weekends and holidays (rotating schedule)
• Maintain required certifications and OSHA test (costs are paid by employer)
• Act with integrity and provide outstanding service to customers and work with coworkers to build teamwork for a positive work place

Education & Other Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED Required
• Must have Clean Driving Record
• Pass Criminal Background Check

Additional Compensation:

• May Qualify for Signing Bonus - $2000 to $5000
• Paid Employee Training
• Overtime

Benefits:

• Excellent Health & Dental Insurance
• Paid time off
• Short and long term disability and life insurance
• 401K with matching
• Eight Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program

Pay Frequency: Bi weekly or Twice monthly

Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Overtime

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates with Power Generation MOS are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who have a high school diploma/GED
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more

Equal Opportunity Employer to all qualified candidates. Military Veterans (all branches) are encouraged to apply

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
On call
Overtime

Company Overview

Advanced Equipment is a privately owned and operated federal/commercial and industrial contractors that was founded in 1993. We are a certified dealer for ONAN/Cummins and Generac. Advanced Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please contact Advanced Equipment’s HR Department Attn: Ann Sacchetti if you need an accommodation within reason for any part of the application or the hiring process at 703-550-8402. Advanced Equipment is a drug free workplace.