Mechanic (Levels 1–4): Electrical & Mechanical Systems

Rivanna Authorities; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 156,165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Gym membership assistance

Mental health resources

Job summary

Rivanna Authorities seeks a Mechanic 1–4 to maintain and repair equipment at Moores Creek Advanced Water Resource Recovery Facility. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, heavy equipment operation, and on-call readiness to support critical water and wastewater infrastructure.

You'll work across mechanical, electrical, plumbing and welding tasks, with compensation commensurate with experience and training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Industrial Maintenance Journeyman's Certification required.
• Master’s license in one of the trades or maintenance preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years in related maintenance with supervisory experience.
• Preferred Certifications: Leadership Skill Training, Cross-Connection and Backflow Prevention Devices, Gas Meter Calibration Certification, Trenching & Shoring Certification, Flagman Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform difficult mechanical and electrical repairs, installations and replacements.
• Troubleshoot and install VFDs, soft starters, motor starters, and electrical control panels; actuators.
• Oversee basic to advanced plumbing, welding, electrical, rigging and carpentry tasks.
• Operate heavy equipment and respond to on-call emergencies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Industrial Maintenance Journeyman's Certification

Master’s license in one of the trades or maintenance mechanics (preferred)

Tools

Virginia Driver’s License (unrestricted)

Virginia Class A CDL with combination vehicle and airbrakes endorsement

Job description

Rivanna Authorities seeks a Mechanic 1–4 to maintain and repair equipment at Moores Creek Advanced Water Resource Recovery Facility. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, heavy equipment operation, and on-call readiness to support critical water and wastewater infrastructure.

You'll work across mechanical, electrical, plumbing and welding tasks, with compensation commensurate with experience and training.