Maintenance Technician

SGS Consulting; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting is seeking a dedicated on-site Infrastructure Maintenance Technician in Virginia. The role focuses on maintaining water, sewer, stormwater, and street systems, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance.

You will read meters, inspect lift stations, test for leaks, and respond to emergencies while coordinating with clients and project leadership to report progress and ensure quality work. Must be able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational or technical training in infrastructure maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE for all tasks.
• Ensure on-site personnel comply with safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Project Manager or Operations Supervisor.
• Perform preventative maintenance on water, sewer, stormwater, and street infrastructure.
• 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.
• Repair leaks, manholes, drop inlets, pavement, signs, and other infrastructure.
• Respond to emergencies such as weather events, utility failures, and client requests.
• 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知识

Equipment and tool operation

Safety compliance and PPE usage

Emergency response and problem-solving

Preventative maintenance techniques

Communication and teamwork

Time management and organizational

Basic construction and excavation

Outdoor work in varying conditions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical training in infrastructure maintenance

Tools

Tools & equipment operation

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.