WGL - Plant Maintenance Technician I

Washington Gas; Ravensworth (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Gas is hiring a Plant Maintenance Technician I to join our team. You’ll play a key part in keeping our energy infrastructure running smoothly, assisting with maintenance and operation of peak shaving plants, gas conditioning facilities, gate stations, and pressure regulating equipment under supervision.

You will perform maintenance tasks, read schematics, support inspections, and maintain records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Minimum 18 months of hands-on technical or mechanical experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Experience with pumps, compressors, boilers, or rotating equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Able to obtain Maryland 4th Grade Stationary Engineer License within 18 months.
• Able to pass required pre-employment assessments and training.
• Willing to perform safety-related and administrative duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment, including gas, steam, air, and propane systems.
• Support gate stations, regulators, and SCADA systems.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and maps.
• Perform confined-space work and inspections as required.
• Maintain electronic work orders, time sheets, and maintenance records.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas in safe, proper condition.

Skills

Industrial equipment

Troubleshooting

SCADA

Reading diagrams

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Pumps

Compressors

Boilers

Rotating equipment

Job description

Job Description

Union: Yes

Bargaining Unit/Local: International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 96

Rate Classification: Grade 4A – $33.14 per hour, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Number of Positions Available: 1

Position Summary

Washington Gas is hiring for a Plant Maintenance Technician I to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in keeping our energy infrastructure running smoothly. Working under the guidance of experienced technicians and supervisors, you’ll assist with the maintenance and operation of peak shaving plants, gas conditioning facilities, gate stations, and pressure regulating equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Work shift assignments and on‑call rotations as needed to support plant operations and emergency response.
• Assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of industrial plant equipment, including:
• High‑ and low‑pressure natural gas, steam, air, and propane systems
• Compressors, pumps, regulators, valves, motors, generators, heaters, and safety systems (including SCADA)
• Natural gas, hexane, and propane storage and delivery systems
• Troubleshoot equipment during operating and downtime conditions to safely restore service.
• Perform mechanical repairs such as replacing bearings, pistons, rings, liners, and grinding valves.
• Conduct confined‑space work and inspections as required.
• Support Gas Supply Operations (GSO) facilities such as gate stations and regulator stations.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and maps.
• Perform facility and grounds maintenance, including painting, plumbing, pipefitting, light construction, snow removal, and general upkeep.
• Maintain accurate electronic work orders, time sheets, and maintenance records.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas in safe working condition.
• Support engineering projects, inspections, fire equipment testing, and capital or major maintenance work.

Additional cross‑functional, safety, and administrative duties may be assigned.

Work Requirements

• Shift Work: As required
• On Call: Rotational
• Personal vehicle use: As required
• Work environment: Industrial plant settings, indoor/outdoor, all weather conditions

What You Bring / Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Minimum 18 months of hands‑on technical or mechanical experience, such as:
• Industrial or manufacturing equipment
• Pumps, compressors, boilers, or rotating equipment
• Automotive, marine, or heavy equipment maintenance
• HVAC, plumbing, or similar skilled trades
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to:
• Pass required pre‑employment assessments (Criteria)
• Complete all required training and Operator Qualifications
• Obtain a Maryland 4th Grade Stationary Engineer License within 18 months
• Pass the Plant Operator I (Grade 5) qualification test within 24 months
• Intermediate computer skills including data entry / electronic work order systems.
• CDL holders are subject to federal testing requirements.

Please note that current union members will receive priority on these vacancies, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply.

Benefits

WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401(k) matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits—including medical, dental and vision coverage—are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending on the specifics of the role.

EEO Statements

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job‑related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.