Plant Maintenance in Petersburg

Energy Jobline ZR; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanitation District No. 1 is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to support the Western Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility.

The role requires independence, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and HVAC systems while adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and a valid driver’s license, with experience in electrical controls and welding preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems and motor controls.
• Experience as entry-level electrician/HVAC technician.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and around energized components.
• Knowledge of Lock Out/Tag Out protocols and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work orders and inspect finished work for quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment including electrical and HVAC systems.
• Work in permit-required confined spaces and areas with limited access.
• Inspect and repair electrical components and HVAC systems.
• Participate in safety classes and promote an accident-free work environment.
• Ensure equipment and vehicles are used safely and maintained.
• Analyze and resolve equipment issues promptly and cost-effectively.
• Ability to multi-task and balance multiple workloads.
• Perform fabrication for equipment or building and grounds as needed.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Safety-oriented mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Sanitation District No. 1

Plant Maintenance

Department: 100, 800, 900

Reports To: Manit. Coordinator (100), Plant Manager (800 & 900)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 18

Prepared Date: 6/8/2026

Summary:

The Western Regional WRFPlant Maintenance Technician should be capable of working independently and display sound level of experience, professionalism, and mechanical talent. Technicians must be able to assist in maintaining the operational efficiency and capacity of the Plant by ensuring that all equipment and processes work as designed. Technicians will also be expected to work overtime as needed to assure the Plant always operates properly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

(Other duties may be assigned.)

• Complete assigned work orders and inspect completed jobs for neatness and quality. This will also involve troubleshooting equipment issues and providing resolution with minimum disruption to the treatment process.
• Complete preventative maintenance on all plant equipment to include Electrical and HVAC equipment.
• Work may be conducted in permit required confined spaces and areas with limited access and visibility.
• Work may be required with or around energized components. An understanding of basic electricity is expected.
• Inspect and repair or replace various electrical components and HVAC systems.
• Participatein safety classes as scheduled. Encourage and provide an accident-free work environment.
• Assure that all assigned SD1 equipment, tools and vehicles are used and operated in accordance with the SD1's safety procedures and they are properly cared for and maintained.
• Analyzing and resolving equipment issues in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Be able to multi-task and balance various work loads occurring simultaneously.
• Workday involve fabrication for equipment or building and grounds.

Competencies:

Core Competencies (10):

• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Environmental Stewardship
• Integrity
• Safety
• Customer Focus

Functional Competencies (4):

• Job Knowledge and Performance
• Organization & Time Management
• Teamwork & Cooperation
• Responsibility & Accountability

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Licensing:

• High School Diploma
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A high degree of initiative and good interpersonal skills.
• A good knowledge of 3 phase electric and motor controls or the ability to learn.
• Candidate must demonstrate entry level electrician technician / HVAC technician experience.
• Ability to do general welding or the ability to learn.
• Must be confined space qualified.
• Must possess a firm understanding of SD1 Lock Out/Tag Out protocols

Technology Requirements

• Proficient with Windows based desktop computers
• Embraces mobile data collection and data analysis.
• Strong use of Microsoft Office products
• Strong use of Google Apps

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Items Used

% of time used

Handheld tools (hammers, shovels, sledgehammer, etc.)

75%

Equipment (quickie saw, drills, jackhammer, etc.)

25%

Heavy equipment (backhoes, skid steers, etc.)

15%

Machinery (pumps, motors, mounted saws, etc.)

20%

Computer or Laptop

15%

Please list the items that are used in this position and the associated % of time:

Positions

% of time in position

Up to how much weight

Standing

35%

Walking

40%

Lifting or moving

20%

50 lbs.

Climbing or balancing

35%

Pulling

15%

50 lbs.

Pushing

15%

50 lbs.

Cramped or confined spaces

25%

Sitting

5%

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

40%

Other positions and the associated % of time:

Work Environment and Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exposure to conditions

% of time exposed

Dirt/Mud

35%

Significant heat

10%

Significant cold

10%

Smoke or fumes

10%

Harmful chemicals

15%

Water or wastewater

35%

Moderate or louder noise

10%

Vibration

2%

Grease or oil

40%

Electric shock risk

35%

Dust/Shavings

45%

Office Environment

5%

PLEASE NOTE:Candidate must have the ability to wear required respiratory protection devices (self-contained breathing apparatus – S.C.B.A) in accordance with District policy, including not having facial hair that interferes with the face piece-to-face seal.

DISCLAIMER:

The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.

(4) 10-hr shifts