Job Description
ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
ERG is seeking a Generator Technician to support the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and regular testing of emergency and standby power generation systems. This position requires experience with diesel and natural gas generators, electrical distribution equipment, and preventive maintenance programs. This full-time position is at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, Maryland, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, D.C., 25 miles from Alexandria, Virginia, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Job Description:
- Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on diesel, natural gas, and propane-powered generators
- Conduct routine operational testing, load bank testing, and emergency power system exercises
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, fuel, cooling, and control system issues
- Review technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and manufacturer specifications to diagnose equipment problems
- Respond to generator failures and emergency service calls to restore critical power systems
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, environmental requirements, and client procedures
Qualifications and Skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in facilities maintenance, engineering, or a related field is preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial, industrial, or mission-critical generator systems
- Experience troubleshooting diesel engine systems, electrical controls, and power generation equipment
- Proven history of standing up PM program and familiarity with PM program metrics a plus
- Working knowledge of generators ranging from small portable units to large industrial (500kW+) standby systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Military, federal facility, or mission-critical infrastructure experience is preferred
- This position will require a pre-employment physical exam
- This position requires lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds
- Work may be performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g., fumes, noise, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals)
- You may be required to participate in medical surveillance programs
- Must be able to perform work above shoulder level, including reaching, lifting, and manipulating tools and materials overhead
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and reach during shifts
- Must be able to use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items
- Must be able to safely climb and descend ladders, stairways, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms and perform work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet (where applicable)
- Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
- Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
- Employees must maintain the ability to safely perform these essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, as a condition of employment. If no reasonable accommodation is available, continued employment in the position may not be possible
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment. If you're a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG's online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at Resumes-Lex@erg.com or call (781) 674-7293. ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work