Utility Instrumentation & Mechanic Foreman

Gloucester County; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Excellent health insurance

Vacation/holidays

Job summary

Gloucester County Public Utilities Department seeks a Utilities Instrumentation & Mechanic Foreman to lead installation, maintenance and repair of instrumentation and control systems in water treatment and wastewater facilities. The role requires supervisory experience and strong PLC knowledge, ensuring safe, reliable utility service.

The position includes after-hours availability, competitive benefits, and opportunities for training and career growth within Gloucester County.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years of mechanical/maintenance experience with pumps, motors, valves and control systems.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Water/wastewater experience preferred.
• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, calibrate, repair and replace instrumentation and control systems.
• Coordinate procurement of parts and supervise technicians as assigned.
• Read blueprints, diagrams and schematics including PLC ladder logic.
• Develop cost estimates and manage resource deployment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and maintain records.

Skills

Instrumentation

Control systems

Supervisory experience

Preventive maintenance

PLC

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprints

Schematic drawings

Job description

Hiring Salary: $53,560-$66,955

HIRING NOW! Utility Instrumentation & Mechanic Foreman

Join the Gloucester County Public Utilities Department to contribute to delivering reliable and safe utility services to our community.

• -12 paid holidays a year
• -Paid training & educational opportunities
• -Excellent health insurance coverage & other great pretax benefits & supplemental insurances
• -Wellness Activities

Under general supervision, performs administrative, supervisory, and complex skilled and technical work in the installation, maintenance, calibration, repair and replacement of instrumentation and control systems and equipment in the Gloucester County water treatment and wastewater collection systems, and coordinates the procurement of parts. Employee must exercise initiative and independent judgment in completion of assigned tasks. Employee must also exercise tact, courtesy and firmness when communicating with contractors, vendors, customers, and the general public. May be designated responsible for specific water and/or wastewater facilities. Reports to Utility Supervisor.

• Supervises and, depending on assignment, participates in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of assets at various Utility facilities.
• Inspects, designs, calibrates, troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs and conducts preventative maintenance on electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic instrumentation and control devices.
• Provides cost estimates, evaluates resource needs, and managed the effective deployment of resources.
• Designs, fabricates, installs, and repairs new instrumentation systems; reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, and schematics to include Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), ladder logic and proportional integral (PI) controls.
• Coordinates internal projects and ensures adherences to safety regulations.
• Operates hand tools, power tools and industry-specialized tools.
• Manages preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Prepares a variety of technical reports and develops schematic drawings as needed.
• Maintains records and files related to installation, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment.
• Responds to after-hours calls on nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Possession of a high school diploma/GED.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in mechanical and maintenance work to include repair, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of pumps, motors, control valves and control systems; and two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in water and/or wastewater systems preferred.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.
• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical. Position subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure incumbent meets physical job requirements.
• Possession of OSHA 10 Hour Card (General Industry or Construction) or obtain within six (6) months of employment in the position.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), preferred.

Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace

OUR Community: Gloucester County