Maintenance Technician

SGS Consulting; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting is seeking an on-site maintenance professional to support water, sewer, stormwater, and street infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes safety, equipment operation, and preventative maintenance to ensure reliable utility services.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and relevant vocational training, with the ability to perform meters reading, inspections, and emergency response as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Relevant vocational or technical training is an advantage.
• Experience in infrastructure maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to read meters and perform lift station inspections.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE for assigned tasks.
• Ensure all personnel on-site comply with safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Project Manager or Operations Supervisor.
• Perform preventative maintenance on water, sewer, stormwater, and street infrastructure systems.
• Clean sanitary and storm sewer lines, manholes, and drop inlets.
• Read utility meters and perform lift station inspections.
• Collect chlorine samples and conduct sewer smoke testing.
• Flush fire hydrants and operate valves as required.
• Perform scraping, painting, digging, and general maintenance activities.
• Repair damaged infrastructure, including water, sewer, and storm lines.
• Repair leaks, manholes, drop inlets, pavement, signs, and other infrastructure components.
• Respond to emergency situations such as weather-related events, utility failures, and client requests.
• Communicate completed activities to project leadership for reporting purposes.
• Empty and clean portable toilets, trash cans, and maintain clean work areas.
• Deliver project-related equipment, chairs, signs, and materials as needed.
• Ensure compliance with MISS Utility regulations and dig ticket procedures.
• Coordinate work activities with clients and project stakeholders.
• Support other team members and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Infrastructure maintenance

Water systems knowledge

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Emergency response

Preventative maintenance

Communication

Time management

Basic construction

Outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or technical training

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE for assigned tasks.
• Ensure all personnel on-site comply with safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Project Manager or Operations Supervisor.
• Perform preventative maintenance on water, sewer, stormwater, and street infrastructure systems.
• Clean sanitary and storm sewer lines, manholes, and drop inlets.
• Read utility meters and perform lift station inspections.
• Collect chlorine samples and conduct sewer smoke testing.
• Flush fire hydrants and operate valves as required.
• Perform scraping, painting, digging, and general maintenance activities.
• Repair damaged infrastructure, including water, sewer, and storm lines.
• Repair leaks, manholes, drop inlets, pavement, signs, and other infrastructure components.
• Respond to emergency situations such as weather-related events, utility failures, and client requests.
• Communicate completed activities to project leadership for reporting purposes.
• Empty and clean portable toilets, trash cans, and maintain clean work areas.
• Deliver project-related equipment, chairs, signs, and materials as needed.
• Ensure compliance with MISS Utility regulations and dig ticket procedures.
• Coordinate work activities with clients and project stakeholders.
• Support other team members and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Infrastructure maintenance and repair
• Water, sewer, and stormwater systems knowledge
• Equipment and tool operation
• Safety compliance and PPE usage
• Emergency response and problem-solving
• Preventative maintenance techniques
• Communication and teamwork
• Time management and organizational skills
• Basic construction and excavation knowledge
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Relevant vocational or technical training is an advantage.