Water Utilities Maintenance Tech I

Nexus Water Group; Elgin (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Floating time

Sick time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Education allowance

Job summary

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to join our South Carolina field team. The role involves performing maintenance on the distribution and collection system, inspecting pumps, motors, valves, and blowers, and supporting operations and customer service as needed.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of maintenance experience in utilities or a related field, plus a HS Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of maintenance and preventive maintenance in a utility, industrial, or related environment.
• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sewer line repairs, line installation, plant, and related equipment installation/maintenance
• Maintains work truck/tools
• Troubleshot site equipment, including pumps, power units, process and treatment system electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment
• Pulls motors/pumps for repair, including wiring and fabrication of parts as necessary
• Replaces valves
• Assists in construction, installation, and replacement of water and wastewater pipelines, valves, hydrants, and related infrastructure
• Operate and maintain construction equipment (e.g., excavators, compactors, pipe cutters) in support of capital improvement projects
• Perform site preparation, trenching, shoring, and backfilling while adhering to safety and permitting requirements
• Read and interpret construction plans, maps, and specifications to ensure accurate installation and project compliance
• Support project documentation, material handling, and coordination with engineers, inspectors, and contractors to maintain project timelines

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Operations support

Safety compliance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to join our South Carolina field team. The role involves performing maintenance on the distribution and collection system, inspecting pumps, motors, valves, and blowers, and supporting operations and customer service as needed.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of maintenance experience in utilities or a related field, plus a HS Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.