Maintenance Technician II / III - HWTP 26-109

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

Job summary

Charleston Water System is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician II/III to support the Hanahan Water Treatment Plant. You will participate in a skills-based training program and progress to skilled maintenance on plant equipment, with opportunities for additional training through the Apprenticeship Program.

Initial duties include preventive and corrective maintenance, operating shop equipment, and adhering to MSDS safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete Charleston Water System's Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work independently and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance duties of moderate difficulty on plant equipment.
• Maintain valves, pumps, gear trains, and related machinery.
• Operate shop equipment and light construction machinery as needed.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals to complete tasks.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician II/ III- HWTP

Job Announcement No: 26-109

Vacant Position(s): 1

Department: Hanahan Water Treatment plant

Applications Accepted through Sunday, September 20, 2026

POSITION MAY BE FILLED EARLIER IF A SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS FOUND

NOTE: IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED FOR THE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (26-094) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

Salary Range: SEE BELOW

Grade: SEE BELOW

Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Position Summary

An entry position that is required to participate in a skills-based training course. Associate must pass specific training sessions by defined dates after date of hire. Once trained; performs work involving skilled duties of a maintenance mechanic. Duties include some knowledge of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of plant equipment and facilities. Successful Associate will complete additional training courses through the Charleston Water System Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program.

Essential Functions

• Performs skilled duties of moderate difficulty; includes some knowledge of alignment, bearings, seals, lubrication, drives, mech. principles, torque, fasteners, plumbing, piping, and pumps.
• Assists with the more difficult assignments in skilled labor such as maintenance of complex diesel or gasoline- powered generator and pump systems.
• Performs general maintenance and repair of machinery and related plant equipment such as valves, pumps, gear trains, speed reducers, and hydrants.
• Repairs, maintains, and operates power operated machines such as a lift truck, backhoe, tractor mower, and/or bobcats.
• Uses proper measurement tools to align rotating elements.
• This associate is required to work with chemicals
• May be required to work under emergency conditions.
• Required to operate shop equipment.
• Read and use blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals to accomplish specific criteria on job assignments.
• Required to operate shop equipment proficiently.
• Performs welding (such as MIG, TIG, ARC, etc), grinding or cutting operations on ferrous and non-ferrous metals and other materials as required.
• Required to work with chemicals and maintain MSDS chemical safety standards.
• Performs preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities on plant equipment and facilities and equipment which may include vibration analysis, oil analysis, HVAC, plumbing, lighting/electrical, office furnishings, grounds keeping, and custodial.
• May be required to work during emergency conditions.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.
• Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System policy and procedures.

Additional Duties

• Must have ability to accurately document and keep records.
• May be required to weld or cut.
• Familiarity with safe handling practices for hazardous materials.
• May be required to participate in Intra/Inter Departmental cross training.
• May be subject to 24-hour on-call.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions

• Ability to effectively communicate in writing, verbally and with a 2-way radio, to include comprehension of complex oral and written instruction.
• Ability to express and receive detailed information through oral communication and make fine distinction in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machine parts.
• Ability to communicate verbal instructions quickly, loudly, and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to observe and comprehend computer screens and software to generate reports, specifications, memos, and letters.
• Ability to observe repairs and field work in progress.
• Ability to distinguish colors in the color spectrum; such as reading color codes on resistor.
• Subject to noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Hearing Protection Required.
• Frequently positions self to move, traverse and lift up to 50 lbs to perform required work. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation.
• Ability to reach, pull, handle documents, tools and equipment as required to perform routine tasks. Must be able to turn valve operator wheels and chain mechanisms.
• Occasionally positions self to use up to 50 lbs of force and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
• Routinely ascend/descend ladders, stairs and ramps as high as thirteen (13) stories at Plum Island and three stories at Hanahan. Ability to work at elevated height levels as needed to perform various task.
• Constantly positions self to move, traverse for long distances as necessary to perform required work. Must be able to move about extensively to make inspections of treatment plant with varied topography and features. Ability to traverse on uneven ground while safely maneuvering equipment on wheels.
• Ability to work independently of others.
• Constantly works in internal / external environmental conditions. Subject to atmospheric conditions of one or more of the following that affect the respiratory system or skin: Fumes (paint), odors, dusts, gases, etc. Personnel Protective Equipment Required.
• Worker may be required to wear a respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• Required to work with chemicals used in water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion. On occasion this can require up to 50 lbs of force. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation.
• Must be able to maneuver large valve operator wheels and chain mechanisms.
• Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles.
• May be required to operate heavy equipment to include but not limited to backhoes at treatment plants.
• Subject to vibrations. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body.
• Ability to navigate restricted spaces such as chemical pits, spiral stairwell, etc as needed to perform required job functions.
• Must be able to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to perform the required essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• This is an entry position. Associate is required to successfully complete the Charleston Water Systems Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program, which may include: formal classroom training with the local Technical College, classroom and correspondence courses at the work site, on-the-job training with a qualified trainer, independent learning, work assignments and skills demonstration tests. All training completions have effective deadlines which must be met. Failure to qualify on the training requirements may result in termination.
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
• Ability to work independently of others.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

Salary Range: $49,192.00 ($23.65/hr) - $73,798.40 ($35.48/hr)

Hiring Range: $49,192.00 ($23.65/hr.) - $61,484.80 (29.56/hr.)

The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at a Grade 106:

• Three (3) years’ experience in maintenance repair or equivalent education in the designated trades area. High school diploma or GED required.
• Complete One Year of CWS Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program as outlined in the Maintenance Technician Program – Failure to complete this requirement may result in Termination.

• Depending on qualifications, candidate will be required to complete an abbreviated track of the CWS Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program – Failure to complete this requirement may result in Termination.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III

Salary Range: $57,366.40 ($27.58/hr.) - $88,940 ($42.76/hr.)

Salary Range: $57,366.40 ($27.58/hr.) - $71,718.40 ($34.48/hr.)

The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at a Grade 108:

• Four (4) years’ experience in maintenance repair or equivalent education in the designated trades area. High school diploma or GED required.
• Complete Two Years of CWS Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program as outlined in the Maintenance Technician Program – Failure to complete this requirement may result in Termination. or
• Depending on qualifications, candidate will be required to complete an abbreviated track of the CWS Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program – Failure to complete this requirement may result in Termination.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• Valid South Carolina Driver's License required.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A desirable.

Training Needs

• OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.
• Skills Based Training.
• Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements.
• ISO 1401 standards for department and company.
• See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position.

Potential Career Path

ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION.

• Maintenance Technician III
• Maintenance Supervisor