Maintenance Technician II

Nexus Water Group • New Bern, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a Maintenance Technician II .
To maintain, repair or replace mechanical equipment in place at water and wastewater facilities and to perform duties as a lead person.

Work Location and Schedule

This position is located in New Bern, NC. After-hour and weekend on-call support may be required. Some travel may be required within service area. Must be available to work shift work; weekend scheduling may be required.

Requirements

• One to two years related experience
• High school Diploma
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Suite of applications
• Ability to read and comprehend written technical information and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, and tools
• Ability to work weekend or on-call shifts as needed
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Ability to get along well with a variery of personalties and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and maintains pumps, motors, valves and blowers in working order, troubleshooting problems as they arise.
• Pulls motors and pumps for repair, to include wiring and fabrication of parts as necessary.
• Replaces valves.
• Repairs fire hydrants.
• Airs up hydromatic tanks.
• Cleans and replaces diffuser at sewage treatment plant.
• Cleans digesters, Cl2 chambers, lift stations , and manholes.
• Pumps down clarifiers for emergency repairs.
• Assists hydra operator with sewer backups.
• Maintains work truck and tools.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays
• Health and Wellness Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well.
• 401(k) Program with Matching Contribution: We offer a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of your salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Grow With Us: Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

What This Job Offers

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