Generator Technician

Cologix; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401k with employer match

HSA/FSAs

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cologix is seeking a Generator Technician to ensure backup power systems are reliable for 24/7 mission-critical uptime at their Ashburn, VA facilities. The role involves routine inspections, fuel infrastructure management, preventive maintenance, and rapid electrical/mechanical troubleshooting.

You will work with UPS, ATS, EPMS monitoring, and interface with cross-functional teams to coordinate emergency repairs and maintain accurate service logs for compliance and reporting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience with generator maintenance and troubleshooting in mission-critical environments such as data centers or hospitals.
• Strong understanding of diesel-powered generators and Rolls Royce MTU systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, and mechanical blueprints.
• Familiarity with data center infrastructure including ATS, switchgear, and safety panels.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on generators, fuel polishers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Manage fuel deliveries, vendor coordination, and on-site staff training; create and maintain MOPs/SOPs/EOPs.
• Conduct monthly test runs and monitor EPMS, fuel/oil systems, batteries, and charging systems; supervise annual load banking.

Skills

Generator maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Power systems

Education

High School diploma/GED/trade

Associate degree or technical certificate in Power Systems/Electrical Technology

Tools

MTU engine knowledge

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

About Our Company:

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix℠ hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.

About the Position:

The Generator Technician ensures our data center's backup power systems are highly reliable and ready to engage at a moment's notice. This hands-on role is vital to maintaining 24/7 mission-critical uptime. Responsibilities include conducting routine equipment inspections, managing fuel infrastructure, running preventative maintenance, and performing fast-paced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. Because data center environments evolve dynamically, this role requires operational agility to support broader facilities maintenance initiatives as needed.

What you do daily:

• Maintenance & Operations: Perform daily inspections and comprehensive preventive maintenance on all facility generators, fuel polishers, and auxiliary equipment. Manage fuel deliveries, vendor coordination, and continual training to onsite staff. Creating and maintaining MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.
• Testing & Monitoring: Conduct monthly test runs, perform daily monitoring of EPMS, fuel/oil system, batteries, and battery charging system. Supervise annual load banking performed by the service provider.
• System Integration: Assist with the physical integration, configuration, and testing of backup generators alongside Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) as needed.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults on-site, coordinate prompt emergency repairs during power outages or component failures to ensure smooth transitions to backup power.
• Data Log & Reporting: Maintain highly accurate service records, log entries for all completed repairs, track runtime hours, and document inspection results. This includes yearly reporting to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the operations and facilities maintenance teams during integrated system tests, upgrades, and emergency response drills.
• Safety & Compliance: Execute all maintenance work in strict compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and internal data center safety policies. Adhere to all process requirements, operating/emission limitations, notifications, and reporting required by the DEQ.
• Operational Agility: Partner with cross-functional infrastructure teams and execute additional mechanical, electrical, or facilities tasks assigned to support overall uptime and changing site priorities.

What makes you a good fit: (Qualifications)

Experience & Technical Skills

• Professional Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience with generator maintenance and troubleshooting, preferably in mission critical environments like data centers, or hospitals.
• Equipment Knowledge: Solid understanding of diesel-powered generators and associated equipment (experience with Rolls Royce MTU systems preferred).
• Technical Aptitude: Ability to read and accurately interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, and mechanical single-line blueprints.
• System Familiarity: Familiarity with the operational layout of data center infrastructure, including basic power distribution, ATS, switchgear, and safety control panels.

Soft Skills & Physical Requirements

• Emergency Response: Ability to remain calm and methodical under pressure while diagnosing faults during critical system outages.
• Physical Stamina: Must be able to lift 40+ pounds, climb ladders, and work comfortably in tight spaces, generator enclosures, and in various weather conditions.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work various shifts and overtime as needed to support emergency facility operations.

Education & Certifications

• Minimum Education: High School diploma, GED, or vocational trade school certificate. An Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Power Systems or Electrical Technology is a plus.
• Certifications: Certifications such as OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, ESGA, or manufacturer-specific training are highly preferred.

$42 - $52 an hour

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Non-accrued PTO
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Company paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
• Mental Wellness Benefits
• Tuition ReimbursementPaid Parental Leave
• Employee Discount Marketplace
• Employee Recognition Platform

Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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Cologix’ data centers are ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. These certifications demonstrate Cologix’s commitment to both information security and environmental stewardship. At Cologix, protecting information assets and minimizing environmental impacts are everyone’s responsibility.

Understanding and following Cologix’s information security, cybersecurity, privacy,

and environmental management policies, procedures, and standards.

Ensuring conformance with the requirements of both the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and the Environmental Management System (EMS).

Remaining vigilant and reporting any information security or environmental incidents, vulnerabilities, risks, or non-conformities to the appropriate teams.

Actively participating in Cologix’s efforts to maintain and improve information security and environmental performance.