General Technician Intermediate

Jacobs Engineering Group; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Caregiver leave

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group in Syracuse, NY is seeking a reliable Field Environmental Technician to support Operations and Maintenance at groundwater treatment facilities. You will assist the plant electrician, perform routine O&M tasks, monitor systems, and help with pumps, valves, piping, and process instrumentation.

Strong electrical awareness and hands-on mechanical repair skills are essential. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required; training is available and safety is

Qualifications

• Experience with water treatment equipment and electrical awareness.
• Ability to perform in-depth mechanical equipment repair and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and data collection skills.
• Training is available for motivated individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support the plant electrician during electrical maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
• Perform daily Operations and Maintenance duties at groundwater treatment plants.
• Assist with operating and maintaining water treatment equipment (pumps, valves, piping, filtration, instrumentation).
• Demonstrate electrical awareness around energized equipment and control panels.
• Conduct mechanical equipment repairs, including pump rebuilds and lubrication.
• Apply troubleshooting to identify issues in mechanical and electrical components.
• Perform routine site inspections and document conditions and field data.
• Communicate deficiencies and solutions with team members and field supervisors.
• Learn or utilize PLC and SCADA interfaces; training provided if needed.
• Support additional field tasks and general facility support.

Skills

Electrical awareness

Mechanical repair

Water treatment

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA systems

PLC

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We are seeking a reliable and mechanically skilled Field Environmental Technician to provide daily support for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at our groundwater treatment facilities in Syracuse, New York. This role places strong emphasis on being a second set of hands for the plant electrician, assisting with routine electrical tasks, equipment checks, system monitoring, and safe work practices across the site.

Responsibilities:

• Support the plant electrician during electrical maintenance and troubleshooting tasks, serving as an extra set of hands during inspections, repairs, lockout/tagout activities, and equipment testing.
• Perform daily Operations and Maintenance (O&M) duties at groundwater treatment plants and associated sites.
• Assist with operating and maintaining water treatment equipment, including pumps, valves, piping systems, filtration units, and process instrumentation.
• Demonstrate strong electrical awareness when working around energized equipment, control panels, motors, and sensors, ensuring safe work practices at all times.
• Conduct in depth mechanical equipment repair, including pump rebuilds, lubrication, component replacement, lancing of conveyance lines, and mechanical cleaning.
• Apply strong equipment troubleshooting skills to identify operational issues involving both mechanical and electrical components.
• Perform routine site inspections, verify proper system operations, and document conditions and field data.
• Communicate system deficiencies, repair needs, and recommended solutions with team members and field supervisors.
• Utilize or learn PLC and SCADA system interfaces; prior experience is helpful but not required.
• Support additional field tasks as needed, including construction equipment operation, building and grounds maintenance, assist sampling crews on an as needed basis, and general facility support.

Here's what you'll need

The ideal candidate will have experience working with water treatment equipment, demonstrate strong electrical awareness, and possess the ability to perform in depth mechanical equipment repair and equipment troubleshooting on pumps, motors, plumbing systems, and treatment components. Candidates with a strong work ethic and transferable technical skills will be considered; training is available for motivated individuals.

Effective communication, accurate data collection, and the ability to work well with team members of varying backgrounds are essential. A High School diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license are required.

HAZWOPER and Confined Space Entry training are preferred but not required.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $56,800.00 to $85,910.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.