Maintenance Technician

Veolia | Water Tech; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 34,425 - 49,029; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan – 3% default contribution plus matching!

Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

An environmental services leader in Hemlock, Michigan is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform diagnostics, repairs, and installation of equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical skills, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and the ability to adhere to safety policies. This role offers competitive benefits starting from day one, including health insurance, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with matching. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of PVC plumbing or mechanical repair experience.
• At least 5 years of maintenance work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnosis of malfunctioning machinery and general repairs.
• Install new equipment and systems as needed.
• Maintain preventative maintenance records.
• Respond to emergency repairs.

Job description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia’s Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician will perform proper diagnosis of any malfunctioning machinery, general repairs, installing new equipment and systems and preventative maintenance program on all assigned machinery as directed by supervisor.

Key Characteristics

• Following and maintaining EHS policies
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Computer proficient and good documentation skills
• Strong communication skills
• Initiative
• Problem solving abilities
• Reliable quality oriented

Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhering to all Environmental Health and Safety Policies, and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Maintain a tidy work environment by following good housekeeping practices in maintenance and tool storage areas, and promptly cleaning up the work area after each job.
• Perform start-up of new plant equipment.
• Install new equipment and rearrange existing equipment as required.
• Install Schedule 80 PVC piping, including cutting, fitting, and gluing.
• Respond to plant emergency repairs as needed.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Maintain preventative maintenance records and perform preventative maintenance on plant.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints
• Attention to detail

Preferred

• Electrical panel board experience
• Motor Controls experience
• Positive displacement pump repair experience
• Trade school experience for electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and/or mechanical repair is highly desired

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma, G.E.D., Home School Certification, or international equivalent to High School Diploma
• Minimum of 3 years experience of PVC plumbing, OR mechanical repair and maintenance work experience

Preferred

• At least 5 years of maintenance work experience

Working Conditions

• Travel for field repair and install if needed
• Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities.

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan – 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Hourly rate $30.29.

Applicants must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.