Maintenance Technician II/III — Apprenticeship Path

Charleston Water System; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Water System is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician II/III at the Hanahan Water Treatment Plant. The role covers preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of plant equipment, with training through the Apprenticeship Program.

Successful candidates will complete required training sessions and support the facility's operations. Typical duties include maintaining pumps, valves, and gear trains, operating shop equipment, and following MSDS safety standards.

Qualifications

• Entry position requiring completion of the Charleston Water System Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program.
• Prior work history showing dependability and conscientiousness.
• Ability to work independently of others.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance duties including alignment, bearings, lubrication, drives, pumps.
• Assist with maintenance of complex diesel or gasoline-powered generator and pump systems.
• Maintain machinery and plant equipment such as valves, pumps, gear trains, and hydrants.
• Operate shop equipment and basic power-operated machinery; read blueprints and manuals.

Skills

Read blueprints

Ability to work independently

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding MIG/TIG

Power tools

Job description

Charleston Water System is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician II/III at the Hanahan Water Treatment Plant. The role covers preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of plant equipment, with training through the Apprenticeship Program.

Successful candidates will complete required training sessions and support the facility's operations. Typical duties include maintaining pumps, valves, and gear trains, operating shop equipment, and following MSDS safety standards.