Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to provide electrical maintenance support to the premier research center in the Baltimore/Washington area? Do you have experience with facility operations, repairs, and preventive maintenance activities? Are you keenly interested in generator technology, and looking for an environment that offers training, coaching, and mentoring opportunities for career growth?

If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a Generator Support Technician, to lead scheduling and coordination of service and to assist with maintaining, inspecting, testing, altering, and repairing generator systems.

As an APL Generator Maintenance Technician, you will...

• Coordinate the scheduling of preventative maintenance and service of generators and related equipment that support life safety and standby requirements.
• Build and maintain documentation of generator equipment inventory as needed.
• Diagnose and solve problems using detailed processes where available and make recommendations for process and equipment improvements where needed.
• Assist with ensuring the operational safety of building generator systems with a heavy focus on combustible engine components.
• Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system problems.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot issues.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you …

• Possess familiarity and basic knowledge of generator systems and demonstrated five or more years of internal combustible engine repair experience;
• Are you proficient in PC tools including Microsoft Office and E-mail;
• Possess organizational skills and be able to document work efficiently;
• Are highly motivated with strong customer focus and the ability to interface with all levels of staff;
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple and shifting tasks and prioritize work to meet deadlines;
• Have the ability to use hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment;
• Possess a valid driver’s license and will be subject to a driving record evaluation;
• Are able to work day shift, this position will likely experience overtime and emergency call-ins,
• Will wear safety shoes, safety glasses, and other personal protective and safety equipment and work outside in inclement weather conditions.
• Are you able to climb/work off ladders and scaffolding, in confined spaces, and at heights (roofs, antennas, etc.), lift/carry 50 lbs.
• Will operate APL vehicles and industrial equipment and assist other trades as advised.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have knowledge of generators, distribution systems, transfer switches, generator testing and power monitoring systems;
• Have the skills and knowledge normally associated with completion of a formal training curriculum and four years of experience at the journeyman level.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. With a wide selection of exciting, impactful work and a robust education assistance program, APL promotes a culture of life-long learning. Our employees enjoy generous benefits and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at 

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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