Maintenance Technician

Veolia; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia in the United States is hiring a Maintenance Technician to diagnose and repair machinery, install new equipment, and execute preventive maintenance across assigned plant facilities. The role includes on‑call availability, weekend rotation every other month, and travel for field work as required.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus hands‑on experience with PVC plumbing, electrical panelboards, motor controls, and pump repair.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of PVC plumbing or mechanical repair experience.
• Electrical panelboard experience.
• Motor controls experience.
• Positive displacement pump repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning machinery; install or rearrange equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and keep records.
• Be on call for emergency repairs to keep plant running.
• Travel for field repair and installation as needed.
• Maintain a clean工作 area and follow housekeeping practices.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Problem solving

Independent worker

Reliable and thorough

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PVC plumbing or mechanical repair experience

Electrical panelboard experience

Motor controls experience

Positive displacement pump repair experience

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical installation

Electrical troubleshooting

3‑phase electrical repair

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 Tech 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 Summary:
The Maintenance Technician will perform proper diagnosis of any malfunctioning machinery, general repairs, install new equipment and systems, and perform a preventive maintenance program on all assigned machinery as directed by the supervisor.A-B shifts, working on the weekends every other month.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follow good housekeeping practices by keeping the maintenance and tool storage area neat and clean, as well as timely cleanup of work area after each job is completed
• Install new equipment or rearrange existing equipment
• Be available on call for emergency repairs as needed to keep the plant in good running order
• Maintain preventative maintenance records and perform preventative maintenance on plant and road equipment
• Other duties as assigned

The job description is not designed to capture all the employee’s responsibilities but is intended to capture essential functions of the role. Responsibilities may change over time and may be assigned at any time.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Computer proficiency
• Reliable and thorough
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Education & Experience:

Required

• High School Diploma, G.E.D., Home School Certification, or international equivalent to High School Diploma
• Minimum of 1 year of PVC plumbing, OR mechanical repair and maintenance work experience or training
• Electrical panelboard experience
• Motor Controls experience
• Positive displacement pump repair experience

Preferred

• Trade school experience for electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and/or mechanical repair is highly desired
• Electrical Certification
• At least 1 year of electrical installation, repair, and maintenance work experience, including electronic troubleshooting, PLC programming, and 480V 3 Phase electrical repair and maintenance experience

Working Conditions:

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

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You’ll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

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. We offer challenging and meaningful careers. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Compensation:
The hourly rate of $26.00-$30.00 is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles.

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Plan
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

We also offer...
Opportunity for advancement. A place to build a career!
Training in valuable skills
Opportunity for new challenges. We’re growing!
Strong leadership team!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

Applicants are required to 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

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

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