Technician, Emergency Generator

Howard County Public School System; Mendenhall (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

A public school district is looking for a skilled individual to maintain emergency generators. The ideal candidate will have three years of experience in generator or automotive mechanics and a high school diploma. Responsibilities include performing diagnostics, conducting safety inspections, and maintaining maintenance records. This is a full-time position offering benefits and the opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience as a generator or automotive mechanic.
• Ability to conduct safety and preventative maintenance inspections.
• Hands-on experience with diesel and natural gas engines.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough diagnostics and repairs on emergency generators.
• Monitor and replace oil and fluid levels.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain records.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Ammeters

Voltmeter

Job description

Before you begin the application process, please read the job description below carefully and review our Be sure your application reflects experience and education to meet any minimum qualifications listed. **Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.**DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Building Maintenance Management team, we are seeking a candidate skilled in emergency generator maintenance and repairs. Responsibilities will include performing thorough diagnostics, replacing parts, monitor/replace oil and fluid levels, conduct safety and preventative maintenance (PM) inspections, update maintenance and repair records.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS **Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.** **Education:** High School diploma or GED (must scan and upload to the online application). Education completed outside the United States must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization. For a list of approved vendors, please click . **Experience:** Three (3) years of experience as a generator or automotive mechanic.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list. Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment break-down and failures. Ability to read technical manuals, disassemble and reassemble, and use testing devices, such as ammeters and voltmeters, to identify problems.Ability to complete inspections, preventive maintenance, correct deficiencies, and keep records for entire fleet of emergency generators. Ability to run load bank tests on diesel and natural gas generators. Ability to make wiring modifications to control circuits and electrical apparatus including automatic transfer switches. Hands-on experience working on power generation units, diesel and/or natural gas engines, and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) Basic computer skills Strong written and verbal communication skills. Possesses advanced customer service skills with excellent communication capability. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS**Physical Requirements** Ability to stand for extensive periods of time, walk, sit, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and use arm and hand movements Ability to carry tools and to handle materials and equipment of 80 to 100 pounds, etc. Ability to work at heights on aerial lifts, scaffolding, catwalks, stepladders and/or extension laddersAbility to crawl in, under, over, or through equipment and work in confined spaces Ability to work in adverse weather conditions Ability to respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day/7 days a weekThe person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination administered by a medical service selected by the Howard County Department of Education. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience which most closely matches the position qualifications and the needs of the school system. **Compensation** This is a 12-month per year position in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) employee bargaining unit. This position is Grade IX on the Audio Visual/ Grounds/ Maintenance/ Warehouse salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the HCPSS and the AFSCME Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is non-exempt. **Benefits** for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the **Pre-Employment Requirements**All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.