Generator Technician

The Generator Technician is responsible for the reliable operation, maintenance, exercising, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of mixedfuel emergency/standby generators (diesel and natural gas), automatic transfer switches (ATS), and associated controls and electrical connections across The George Washington University campuses. The role helps ensure continuity of operations and life-safety readiness across campus facilities, coordinating with internal trades and external vendors as needed. The work schedule is Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm to include a Holiday and Weekend Rotating schedule. Rotating on-call and response during outages/emergencies is expected.

Preventive Maintenance, Testing, and Readiness

• Operate, maintain, exercise, test, and repair emergency generators, ATS/transfer equipment, and associated electrical connections across campus.
• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on generators and automatic transfer switchgear, document results and deficiencies.
• Conduct operational checks (starting systems, batteries/chargers, heaters, fuel systems, alarms, and controls) and support load testing/load bank testing when required by campus program.

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Troubleshoot generator system issues; determine root cause, develop repair plans, identify parts, and prioritize work to minimize downtime.
• Perform electronic diagnostics and testing on generator controls and related equipment; resolve standard and complex issues efficiently.
• Repair and service diesel generator systems and components (examples include fuel systems, battery chargers, pre-heaters, and standby controls) and maintain clear maintenance reports.

Inspections, documentation, and coordination

• Inspect electrical and generator system equipment/facilities to assess condition, identify maintenance needs, and recommend repair priorities.
• Maintain accurate records (CMMS work orders, test logs, inspection reports, vendor service documentation).
• Coordinate and communicate with generator vendors/service providers; assist with scheduling outages, escorting contractors, and verifying completed work.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow hazardous energy control / lockout-tagout (LOTO) practices and participate in required training to prevent unexpected energization or release of stored energy during service/maintenance.
• Perform work consistent with recognized electrical safe work practices addressing shock and arc-flash hazards, aligned with NFPA 70E concepts used broadly for workplace electrical safety programs.
• Support campus emergency power system performance objectives consistent with the purpose/scope of NFPA 110 (EPSS performance requirements including power sources, transfer equipment, controls, and accessories).

Equipment & Systems Supported

• Diesel and/or natural gas standby generators (multiple kW ranges), day tanks/bulk fuel interfaces.
• ATS / transfer equipment, switchgear interfaces, engine controls, annunciators, telemetry/remote monitoring.
• Battery systems/chargers, jacket water heaters, block heaters, engine sensors, breakers and protective relays.
• Portable or fixed load banks (as part of the campus testing program).

Performs other work-related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.