Generator Technician

Cologix•Ashburn, VA

12d•$42 - $52

About The Position

The Generator Technician ensures that data center backup power systems are highly reliable and ready to engage at a moment’s notice. This hands-on role supports 24/7 mission-critical uptime through routine equipment inspections, fuel infrastructure management, preventive maintenance, and electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. The technician may also support broader facilities maintenance initiatives as operational needs change. The role maintains and tests facility generators, fuel polishers, and auxiliary equipment; monitors power and fuel systems; assists with integration of generators with UPS and ATS equipment; and coordinates repairs, vendors, and fuel deliveries. It also involves accurate service and inspection records, environmental compliance and reporting, collaboration with operations and facilities teams, and support for emergency response and other infrastructure tasks. Cologix operates network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data centers across the United States and Canada. The company states that its data centers are ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 14001:2015 certified, and that employees are responsible for following information security and environmental management policies and supporting continual improvement in those areas.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on experience with generator maintenance and troubleshooting.
Solid understanding of diesel-powered generators and associated equipment.
Ability to read and accurately interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, and mechanical single-line blueprints.
Familiarity with data center infrastructure layout, including basic power distribution, ATS, switchgear, and safety control panels.
Ability to remain calm and methodical under pressure while diagnosing faults during critical system outages.
Ability to lift more than 40 pounds, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces, generator enclosures, and various weather conditions.
Willingness to work various shifts and overtime as needed to support emergency facility operations.
High school diploma, GED, or vocational trade school certificate.

Nice To Haves

Generator maintenance experience in mission-critical environments such as data centers or hospitals.
Experience with Rolls Royce MTU systems.
Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Power Systems or Electrical Technology.
OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, ESGA, or manufacturer-specific training or certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform daily inspections and comprehensive preventive maintenance on facility generators, fuel polishers, and auxiliary equipment.
Manage fuel deliveries and vendor coordination, and provide continual training to onsite staff.
Create and maintain methods of procedure (MOPs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and emergency operating procedures (EOPs).
Conduct monthly generator test runs and daily monitoring of EPMS, fuel and oil systems, batteries, and battery charging systems.
Supervise annual load banking performed by the service provider.
Assist with the physical integration, configuration, and testing of backup generators alongside UPS and ATS equipment as needed.
Diagnose on-site mechanical and electrical faults and coordinate prompt emergency repairs during outages or component failures.
Maintain accurate service records and repair logs, track runtime hours, and document inspection results, including yearly reporting to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Collaborate with operations and facilities maintenance teams during integrated system tests, upgrades, and emergency response drills.
Perform maintenance in compliance with local regulations, industry standards, internal data center safety policies, and DEQ process, operating, emission, notification, and reporting requirements.
Partner with cross-functional infrastructure teams and perform additional mechanical, electrical, or facilities tasks as assigned to support uptime and changing site priorities.
Follow Cologix information security, cybersecurity, privacy, and environmental management policies and standards; report incidents, vulnerabilities, risks, or non-conformities and participate in improvement efforts.