Systems Maintenance Technician III-Emergency Power

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The Loudoun County Department of General Services (DGS) plays a crucial role in the efficient operation of county government by providing essential services that ensure our community runs smoothly. Our team is dedicated to maintaining county facilities managing capital projectsoverseeing fleet services handling waste management providing safe reliable transit services and supporting emergency functions. We strive to deliver high-quality cost-effective solutions that benefit residents and employees alike.

Join the Loudoun County Department of General Services (DGS) as a Systems Maintenance Technician III and be part of a team that keeps our countys facilities running efficiently.

We are seeking an experienced technician to work on the Countys Emergency Response Power Team (ERP). If you have this expertise in installing maintaining and repairing emergency power equipment and devices and want to work in a dynamic and supportive environment we encourage you to apply!

The ideal candidate will have a proven work history demonstrating knowledge skill and ability in the ability to diagnose and repair system problems.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Responding to emergency calls related to power issues and uninterruptible power systems; functioning as a subject matter expert on the critical power needs of specific 24x7x365 systems unique to Emergency and Correctional Services within the County.
• Connecting existing equipment telecom and network systems to auxiliary power in emergency situations.
• Diagnosing and overseeing repair and maintenance of complex electrical systems and will complete some repairs directly.
• Set-up and maintenance of both mounted and portable generators to provide critical emergency power as needed throughout the County.
• Inspecting and coordinating equipment shutdowns and exercises.
• Managing and coordinating the VDOT traffic signal program within the County.
• Conducting periodic mechanical systems inspections in critical County facilities.
  

High school diploma or equivalent with specialized training in a maintenance/trade area related to the position and three (3) years of related work experience in maintenance/trades area related to the position or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Directly-related experience installing and maintaining commercial mechanical systems devices and equipment.
• Electrician Tradesman License at the Journeyman or Master Tradesman level.
• Proficiency in Building Automation Systems and MS Office products.
• Specialized training in Emergency Power equipment and devices.
• Knowledge of generator-based electrical power and overall generator mechanics.

• This position requires criminal credit and DMV background checks including Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprinting.
• A valid drivers license and good driving record are required (Driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification).
• Hold or obtain CFC license (Universal Refrigerant Recovery) and forklift license within six (6) months of hire.
• Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be available to respond to County emergencies (24/7) as directed in accordance with Department policy and written or verbal directive.
• Complete requirements for EVOC training within six (6) months of hire.
• On-call response to out-of-hours emergency and priority work requests is required on a rotating basis typically one week on call intervals approximately every six (6) weeks.
• The successful candidate is subject to recall or being held beyond scheduled workday.
• This position is considered Essential and requires Arc Flash Safety Training (OSHA) within one year of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age color disability gender identity genetic information national origin political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation
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