Generator Mechanic Job Description
Generator mechanic
provides all mechanical/technical applications to adapt and install new production equipment for Bakery operations; includes pre-consideration of electrical, computer, layout and mechanical applications.
Generator Mechanic Duties & Responsibilities
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Review government system user manuals and other technical engineering schematics to assist customer with maintenance issues and clarify complex technical issues
Candidate will be working with local vendors to purchase networking supplies and equipment for the commissioning teams
Disposition Services
Performs predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on engine-driven generating units and related mechanical equipment
Operates and maintains engine-driven generating units
Supports Engine Floor Operator Rotational Watch-standing, as required
Performs generator load bank tests
Performs minor electrical circuit preventive maintenance
Performs major maintenance and overhaul of engine-driven generating units
Performs testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing of diesel and gas engines
Generator Mechanic Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Generator Mechanic
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: MRPT, FG, OSHA, HAZWOPER, NFPA, US, HVAC, EGSA, UST, MTU
Education for Generator Mechanic
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the generator mechanic job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in General Education, Technical, Graduate, Military, Education, Diesel, Construction Management, Engineering, Associates, Writing
Skills for Generator Mechanic
Desired skills for generator mechanic include:
Ability to read and understand schematics
Technical drawings
Document and report writing
Lockout and tag out procedures
Safe work practices and Personal Protective Equipment
Schematics
Electrical circuitry
Electrical principles and formulas
Layout sheets
Manufacturer’s specifications
Desired experience for generator mechanic includes:
Minimum of five years turbine engine experience
Must have a Generator Mechanic Vocational Diploma or completed an Apprentice program with a Journeyman Certificate - Must have 3 years experience as a Journeyman Generator Mechanic - Experience with 1-MV Caterpillar generators is highly desirable - Previous overseas experience is highly desirable - Must be able to read, speak, write and comprehend English and read English Technical Manuals - Must be able to obtain a favorable MRPT as required by the position
10 years of unsupervised field experience performing all phases of generator maintenance including serving as a startup technician/lead on sites with multiple generators and paralleling gear up to 35kva
Must understand Woodward LSM, AGLC, SPMA, and synchronizers, including their calibration, troubleshooting and adjustment
EGSA Journeyman certification, or attendance of the EGSA Advanced School (George Rowley School of on-site Power Generation) is acceptable as long as successful passing of the Journeyman certification within 1 year of employment
MTU onsite energy ADEC Certification required
Generator Mechanic Examples
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Generator Mechanic Job Description
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Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of generator mechanic. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for generator mechanic
- Assists in the instruction of shop personnel to become more knowledgeable and proficient in their duties
- Operate and parallel engine-driven generating units
- Adjusts electronic governors
- Inspects, maintains and repairs fuel and lube oil systems and air compressors
- Takes prompt and effective actions in emergency situations
- Assists electricians with the installation, cable splicing and repairs of electrical circuits
- Performs all work in accordance with federal, state, and local safety requirements
- Assists project coordinators with planning and scheduling of new and existing projects
- Performs at the journeyman level under general supervision Interacts with customers to ensure service and support is accomplished
- Task and oversee local national staff with daily duties
Qualifications for generator mechanic
- Must possess US passport book (not passport card) with at least 12 months of remaining validity AND with at least 6 blank visa/stamp pages remaining
- Must be able to drive a manual shift vehicle
- Must satisfactorily complete National Deployment Center (NDC) requirements, including medical and dental requirements prior to deployment
- Must have Five (5) years’ of experience working on civilian and or military style generators
- Must know Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- Must possess a valid passport with at least 12 months of remaining validity AND with at least 6 blank visa/stamp pages remaining
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Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of generator mechanic. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for generator mechanic
- Performs other duties assigned as assigned by the manager
- Performs various lower classified duties such as (but not limited to) file maintenance, workspace
- Must be familiar with the base power systems, high voltage input circuits, transformers, and transfer switches, both automatic and manual
- Must perform all oil changes, change filters and keep areas clean
- Must be able to check fuel flow, inspect, repair and/or replace batteries
- Maintain engines in clean and working order at all times
- Capable of troubleshooting and decipher problems, both mechanical & electrical
- To respond to emergency call outs as requested by the Trouble Desk
- Tests all work performed under his/her control
- Orders replacement parts and supplies through approved channels and establishing maximum and minimum requirements for effective utilization and economy
Qualifications for generator mechanic
- Candidates with prior Military (91D) and or LOGCAP experience in Generator Department
- Candidates with FG Willison Technician certification
- Candidates with Cummins Technician certification
- Candidates with Caterpillar Technician certification
- Candidates with 40hrs HAZWOPER – OSHA certification
- Minimum 5-7 years' actual and recent aircraft or vehicle, or missile experience required
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Generator Mechanic Job Description
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Our growing company is looking for a generator mechanic. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for generator mechanic
- Supports colleagues within the team in rebuilding/overhauling all types of generator sets
- Designs fuel supply systems for installations, helps junior colleagues in forming power generator stations, including fuel tanks, pumps, piping, electrical switch gears and similar
- Perform engine starting battery voltage cell resistance and conductance tests, back pressure regulating valve checks, check day tank operation, check diesel fuel pump controls for proper operation
- Perform accurate complex mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repairs to engines, subassemblies, fuel systems, tank monitoring and leak detection systems in a safe and timely manner
- Provide in- service training to other employees on maintenance and repair of Emergency Power Supply
- Perform preventive and remedial Maintenance, troubleshooting, user support, on-site equipment repair, installation/removal, system operations, and scheduled maintenance of JMICS Diesel Generators and Environmental Control Units
- Work with system developers and system end-users to analyze, review, and identify problems
- Recommend system modifications to improve system/sub-system product quality
- Reduce architecture/design failures, improve system uptime, and recommend enhancements and modifications to improve current and future system performance
- Performs all hands on routine inspection, preventative maintenance, condition monitoring, troubleshoots, corrective and emergency repairs on Caterpillar 2.6 MW and Caterpillar, 350 KW generator sets and associated local control systems and Caterpillar SCADA system with Dell/Rockwell computer servers and interface controllers in working order
Qualifications for generator mechanic
- Must have knowledge of the scopes and limitations of various categories of electronic maintenance (related maintenance functions) and their applications to the contract unit
- Must know theory and principles of operation of engines, accessories and components, and a thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic principles
- Must be capable of using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables
- NACI / Tier 1 for US Citizens and PCC for Non US Citizens
- Must complete General Trade Skills PQS within 30 days of hire
- Must be able to conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
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Generator Mechanic Job Description
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Our growing company is looking to fill the role of generator mechanic. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for generator mechanic
- Performs hands on inspects, operates, and maintains the paralleling and main medium voltage switchgear systems, Eaton VCP-W, with local and remote monitor and metering capabilities, SCADA and PLC control systems, alarm response to ensure maximum system reliability
- Performs hands on inspects, and tests fuel receiving and distribution system including tanks, pumps, leak detection, fuel distribution and inventory, scheduling orders, and reporting
- Makes periodic hands on inspections of building’s machinery and equipment
- Reviews and approves recommendations concerning alterations and improvements to the power generation facility
- Responsible for data collection and power generation facility record keeping of various systems in operation according to prescribed schedules
- Coordinates environmental testing, required permitting and compliance activities with the Department of States designated representative
- Supervise, manage, and schedule multi-skilled level operations and maintenance team members, power generation operators, power generation mechanics and electrical switchgear and relay technicians and administrative/support personnel
- Completes performance evaluations, implements training programs, addresses grievances, and administer disciplinary actions as required to subordinate multi-national employees
- Maintains technical library and record-keeping which documents all procedures necessary to accomplish assigned responsibility
- Responsible for facility custodianship of work area, hand, power, and shop tools
Qualifications for generator mechanic
- Must be able Determine causes of operating errors and provides corrective actions
- Must be able to understand and interpret wiring diagrams
- Must have the English language speaking ability to speak the language with sufficient structural accuracy and vocabulary to participate effectively in most formal and informal conversations on practical, social, and professional topics
- Military Training or similar vocational education trade training preferred
- 1-3 years’ experience in Electrical background preferred
- Experience in the Army 52 D or 91 D MOS or equivalent preferred
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Generator Mechanic Job Description
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of generator mechanic. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for generator mechanic
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) and annunciator panels
- Rebuild and repair gas compressors (turbochargers) used for forced-induction of IC engines
- Perform required maintenance on fuel systems, lubrication systems and cooling systems
- Perform major repair and rebuilds on diesel power generators including cylinder head repair/replacement, combustion cylinder liner replacement, piston, connecting rod, and bearing replacement
- Providing mechanical and generator advice to the Site Lead
- Motivated and able to evaluate and complete tasks
- Management of Power Generation and Mechanical Works
- Ensuring and promoting high standards of mechanical hygiene to prevent contamination to prime mover units
- Undertaking of inspection of maintenance on generators
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Works Act and implementing Safe Systems of Work
Qualifications for generator mechanic
- Must have knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repairs, and maintenance
- Trade school or Technical training desirable
- Must be physically able to work in extreme conditions on job sites
- Must be 21 years of age, have completed secondary school or obtained a GED, and possess a valid driver's license
- Must be able to pass drug screen and obtain DoS medical clearance
- High school (or GED equivalent), technical school, or trade school graduate or equivalent apprenticeship