Job Information
Akima Generator Control Technician in Redstone Arsenal, Alabama
Perform Maintenance, Repairs, programming, and preventive Maintenance on all makes models of backup Generators, Automatic transfer switches. Perform work on all makes and model engine and ATS switches.
Responsibilities
Perform Daily, weekly Monthly run sheets need performed Each Day.
Perform Pm services on various Generators each month. Perform Pm on Various Automatic transfer switches.
Load testing Generators (once year).
Perform Trouble shooting, repairs, Breakdowns on Generators, And ATS switches.
Perform ECM replacements and Programing work to install ECM, Injector replacement.
Perform Daily Paperwork associated with job performed.
Get Parts list and Estimate together for Job that Repairs Are needed.
Transfer switch programing and Screen Replacements.
Megger testing (once year).
Read wire diagrams and wire schematics.
Perform Generator control work and Programing.
Install new Control systems for Generator and ATS switches.
Emissions testing (with Analyzer) Once year.
Accountable For:
Base/ Stationary Generators and Associated Automatic transfer switch.
Knowledge, Skill, And Abilities:
Basic Electricity training /Certifications or Years of Experience.
Basic Engine training /Certifications or Years of Experience.
Generator fundamentals training /Certifications or Years of Experience.
Applied Failure analyses training /Certifications or Years of Experience.
Computer programing for ATS, Cat ET, Cummins, John deer, PSI, Company computer programs for reprograming ECM, Controller's and ATS/Certifications Required.
Electric power classes Training 1,2,3 Certifications or Years of Experience.
ATS, Switch Gear/ certifications Or Years of Experience.
Acert Engine, And mechanical, HUI Engine systems.
Thermo imaging.
Gaseous Engines I Natural gas, Lp/Certifications.
Service Tech workbench or related to Mechanical and Electronic fuel systems.
Qualifications
Engine:
Basic understanding of Diesel and Natural Gas Engine.
Repair and Rebuild Engine of different makes, size and models.
Computer testing and diagnostics.
Programing of ECMs and Injector Calibration on different Engines.
Perform applied failure analyst on components that fail.
Understand Fuel types and how to set them up.
How to perform overhead Checks on Diesel and natural gas engine.
Know the basic use of hand tools.
Have basic trouble shooting skills on engines.
Generators:
2+ years' Experience or Training on such Equipment/ Years of Experience.
Understand Fundamentals of generators.
Maintenance and use of service tools.
Perform NFPA 110 standards Checks on Generator sets life safety and insure all performs as expected and or manufactures standard.
Use of ladder logic and one-line diagrams.
Programing control braker.
Voltage meter 480 volt.
How to properly set up Generator for load and unload response.
basic electricity skills.
Working knowledge of generator controls.
Have computer skills such as the use excel, word, outlook or Email.
How to use software for programing ECM and Generator Controllers.
Have basic trouble shooting skills on Generator end.
Knowledge and understanding of restarting Generator sets to set voltages 120,240,480.
Have working knowledge of Voltage regulators.
Able to adjust generator controllers and system set up.
Hook up and load bank Generator system According to NFPA 110.
Understanding of Voltage droop and Voltage Gain.
Set up voltage Regulators and tuning of the system.
Identify Common components of generator.
Working with medium voltage Generators.
ATS or Automatic transfer switches:
Knowledge and understanding of paralleling units and switchgear Systems.
Knowledge of disassembly and assembly of transfer switch mechanisms.
Diagnostics and trouble shooting skills of live circuitry voltages.
Have the understanding knowledge of both AC and De voltages.
Knowledge of Programable Logic controller system set up.
How to identify types of ATS/name plates and sizes of ATS.
How to read and understand Wiring diagrams.
Know how to perform General Maintenance on ATS switches.
Perform ATS testing with load and no-load settings with utility outage.
Understand Operations of ATS system.
Perform thermographic testing on ATS.
How to identify the controls for ATS.
Know how to proper program ATS for Generator Control during power loss and return.
Have proper training on ATS and or at least 2 years' experience Programing and trouble shooting.
Job ID
2024-14453
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 IƱupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.
As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).