Generator Technician (Levels 1-2)

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee seeks a Generator Technician (Levels 1-2) to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on the campus emergency power system. You will test generators, transfer switches, and annunciator panels, and service diesel prime movers along with related components.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, a high school diploma or equivalent (tech degree may substitute), and about two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Valid State Driver's License required or ability to obtain upon hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent; two years' experience, or a relevant technical/vocational degree may substitute.
• USPS position; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduled maintenance and repairs on the University emergency power supply system and tests generators, transfer switches, and related components.
• Maintains diesel cycle prime movers and associated equipment, including battery chargers, fluids, and filters.
• Operates University vehicles and supports Facilities Maintenance as needed.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience

Job description

Job Title: Generator Technician (Levels 1-2)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 62619

Department

Facilities - Maintenance

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduled maintenance and repairs on the University emergency power supply system. Ensures that all are operational by performing periodic tests on generators, automatic transfer switches, annunciator panels, and associated components. Conducts load test per NFPA requirements.
• Performs scheduled maintenance and repairs on the University emergency supplies (primarily diesel cycle prime movers), including but not limited to, battery chargers, coolant flush, oil change, oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, etc.
• Maintains necessary supplies to handle emergency situations.
• Operates University vehicles and performs other related work as required in support of Facilities Maintenance.

Qualifications

• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or ability to obtain upon hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent and two years' experience, or a relevant Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary is $37,400, commensurate with experience.

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Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

The work schedule is 8:00am to 4:30pm with a 30-minute break.

This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.