Mechanical Technician

Veolia Water Technologies; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k)

FSAs/HSA

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Technician to assist in assembling components and piping spools for water treatment equipment. The role involves operating power tools, lifting, reading engineering drawings, and adhering to strict EHS standards.

You will work as part of a fabrication team, support the assembly of PVC and metal piping, and ensure quality and safety in a fast-paced shop environment, with opportunities to grow into higher-level mechanical

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in mechanical trades such as fabrication or auto repair preferred.
• Trade school certificate in mechanical trade is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fabricating components and PVC/metal piping for water treatment equipment.
• Operate power tools including drills, grinders, and saws in a safe manner.
• Follow EHS rules, maintain clean work areas, and manage materials per BOM.
• Read shop orders and assemble equipment as part of a team.
• Maintain records and reports as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Trade school certificate in mechanical trade

Tools

Forklift operation

Drill presses

Band saws

Grinders

Job description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Responsible for assisting in the fabrication of various components and/or whole parts to support the production and manufacturing of specialized water treatment equipment and associated systems. This position requires forklift operation, scissor lifts, drill presses, belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders and ironworkers. Assists in fabricating and manufacturing various components of specialized equipment used in industrial water treatment applications Proper and safe use of drill presses, belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders, ironworkers, and other specialized equipment to fabricate parts and water treatment systems. Pipe-fit various materials such as PVC, CPVC, fiberglass, and stainless steel. Practice good safety procedures in order to keep self and others injury free . Follow good housekeeping practices by keeping fabrication and tool storage area neat and clean as well as timely cleanup of work area after each job is completed , Perform confined space entry in small tanks with 14x18” manways. Maintain records and reports as required.

Key Characteristics

• Ability to assemble PVC and fabricated metal piping spools per applicable quality and EHS standards.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and understand engineering and quality specifications.
• Ability to participate as key member of an assembly team.

The job description is not designed to capture all the employee’s responsibilities but is intended to capture essential functions of the role. Responsibilities may change over time and may be assigned at any time.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows all EHS rules and produces quality work.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the assembly of PVC and fabricated metal piping spools in strict accordance with established quality and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards.
• Demonstrates the proficiency to interpret complex engineering drawings and adhere to rigorous engineering and quality specifications.
• Reads and understands shop orders and bill of materials.
• Assembles water treatment equipment from drawings as a member of a team.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Work as a member of a team and independently.
• Desire to advance to higher level mechanical technician roles
• Basic mathematics skills.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Required

• High School Diploma/GED
• Preferred (if applicable):
• Experience working in mechanical trades such as auto repair, HVAC, plumbing, etc.
• Trade school certificate in mechanical trade.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to perform work with appropriate PPE for work (safety toed shoes, safety glasses, bump cap/hard hat, etc.)
• Majority of day will be spent standing with some bending and fine motor work appropriate for work in a fabrication shop.
• Ability to operate power tools such as drills, grinders, and saws.
• Some sitting and computer work is required.
• Some unassisted lifting up to 50 lbs. is required – nearly all heavy parts movement assisted with cranes/hoists and pallet jacks.

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

To ensure transparency and compliance with employment laws, we provide the following details regarding this position

Compensation

• The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $19-22

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure

• We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Vacancy Status

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Why Veolia?

• Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.