Distribution Mechanic

Vicinity Energy, Inc. • Baltimore, MD

10d • $34 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, serving buildings in cities including Boston, Cambridge, Philadelphia, and Baltimore. The company is committed to reaching net zero and eliminating its reliance on fossil fuels.

The Distribution Mechanic maintains and repairs equipment, piping systems, valves, and machinery at Vicinity Energy’s power plant in Baltimore, Maryland. This is a full-time, hourly, union position reporting to the Distribution Manager. Compensation is $34.16–$46.09 per hour, plus a 10% bonus target. Effective October 1, 2026, the range becomes $35.18–$47.44 per hour, plus a 10% bonus target.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in an industrial maintenance setting.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under the company’s vehicle insurance carrier; maintain a driving record that meets company standards.
• Complete pre-employment screenings, including a company physical exam and drug testing.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to climb and tolerate heights up to 100 feet.
• Ability to walk, stand, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach.
• Ability to tolerate heat in an industrial production plant environment.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to perform basic computer operations and use email.
• Valid Maryland 4th or 5th Grade Stationary Engineers License.
• At least one year of pipefitting experience.
• At least one year of welding experience.
• At least one year of rigging certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe working conditions in accordance with established company policies.
• Identify, report, and/or correct unsafe work environments.
• Operate hand and power tools competently.
• Install, repair, replace, and troubleshoot piping systems, valves, steam traps, and pumps.
• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Work overtime as required.
• Use and maintain company equipment with caution.
• Respond immediately to emergencies and work quickly to correct problems.
• Participate in training to continue education and develop craft skills.
• Communicate orally and in writing.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Distribution Manager.
• Participate in training to further welding skills as needed by the department.
• Take rotating on-call (beeper) shifts on weekends, back shifts, and holidays.

Benefits

• Personal leave.
• FMLA leave of up to 12 weeks, subject to approval.
• Paid time off: 120 hours accrued annually, or 4.62 hours per pay period.
• Sick leave: 40 hours per calendar year, prorated based on month of hire.
• Paid parental leave at 100% pay for up to 160 hours following the birth or adoption of a child, to be used in weekly increments.
• Seven paid holidays annually.
• Floating holidays: 40 hours per calendar year, prorated based on month of hire.
• 401(k) plan, including a Roth option.
• 10% bonus target.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED