Water Treatment Maintenance Technician

American Water; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

American Water is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support Woodbridge, VA operations. You will perform basic equipment maintenance, assist with inspections, and learn essential treatment processes under guidance.

You'll develop skills in plant operation and safety practices while meeting state and federal regulatory requirements. The role involves instrumental maintenance tasks, calibration of equipment, and collaboration with operations and contractors to ensure continuous, compliant plant

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical school coursework preferred.
• 0-2+ years’ experience in mechanical/industrial/utility work.
• Experience servicing, maintaining, repairing machinery and equipment.
• Prior water/wastewater treatment experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, install, operate, maintain, inspect, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment at treatment plants (pumps, blowers, motors, chemical feed, gauges, valves, etc.).
• Calibrate and adjust chemical feed and process equipment; monitor plant operations and ensure compliance with standards.
• Perform sampling, testing, and laboratory analysis for process control.
• Maintain records, tools, and work equipment; assist with light construction tasks.
• May assume Plant Operator duties in absence of operator; assist with chemical handling and inventory.
• Work in various environments; adhere to safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Pumps

Valves

Motors

Safety procedures

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical safety

Reading schematics

Communication

Team collaboration

Computerized maintenance systems

Education

High School Diploma

Technical school coursework

Tools

Maintenance tools

Job description

American Water is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support Woodbridge, VA operations. You will perform basic equipment maintenance, assist with inspections, and learn essential treatment processes under guidance.

You'll develop skills in plant operation and safety practices while meeting state and federal regulatory requirements. The role involves instrumental maintenance tasks, calibration of equipment, and collaboration with operations and contractors to ensure continuous, compliant plant