Senior Generator Technician – Power Systems Expert

M.C. Dean, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. in McLean, VA is seeking a Generator Technician to maintain, service, and troubleshoot diesel generators and IC engines for critical infrastructure and government facilities.

You will work with major manufacturers and perform preventive and corrective maintenance, aiming to maximize reliability and power availability. Requires 5+ years of hands-on diesel power experience, HS Diploma/GED, ability to travel overnight, and on-call availability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with a HS Diploma/GED
• 5+ years’ experience supporting large buildings, industrial facilities, or critical infrastructure (overseas experience preferred)
• At least 5+ years of hands‑on experience with complex diesel power systems, including DRUPS units

Responsibilities

• Assist and participate in routine inspections and modifications to IC engines, diesel generators, and associated equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) and annunciator panels.
• Conduct automatic and manual transfer tests of simulated power outages to ensure generators are functioning properly.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Engine control

Troubleshooting

Rigging

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

DVOM

Oscilloscopes

Power Quality Meters

Torque wrenches

Job description

M.C. Dean, Inc. in McLean, VA is seeking a Generator Technician to maintain, service, and troubleshoot diesel generators and IC engines for critical infrastructure and government facilities.

You will work with major manufacturers and perform preventive and corrective maintenance, aiming to maximize reliability and power availability. Requires 5+ years of hands-on diesel power experience, HS Diploma/GED, ability to travel overnight, and on-call availability.