Mechanical Technician

Veolia Environnement SA • Norfolk, VA

12d • $20 - $23

About The Position

The Mechanical Technician assists with fabricating components and complete parts for the production of specialized water treatment equipment and associated systems. The role involves assembling water treatment equipment from engineering drawings, building PVC and fabricated metal piping spools, and using shop machinery and power tools. The technician works as part of an assembly team and must follow applicable quality, engineering, and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards.

The position also involves pipe-fitting PVC, CPVC, fiberglass, and stainless steel; operating equipment such as forklift trucks, scissor lifts, drill presses, belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders, and ironworkers; and performing confined-space entry in small tanks with 14 × 18-inch manways. The technician follows safety and housekeeping procedures, maintains required records and reports, and may perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Ability to operate power tools such as drills, grinders, and saws.
• Ability to perform work using appropriate PPE, including safety-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a bump cap or hard hat.
• Ability to stand for much of the workday, with some bending and fine-motor work.
• Ability to perform some sitting and computer work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted; most heavy parts are moved with cranes, hoists, and pallet jacks.
• Must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mechanical trades such as auto repair, HVAC, or plumbing.
• Trade school certificate in a mechanical trade.
• Desire to advance to higher-level mechanical technician roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fabricating and manufacturing components for specialized industrial water treatment equipment and systems.
• Assemble PVC and fabricated metal piping spools in accordance with established quality and EHS standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings and follow engineering and quality specifications.
• Read and understand shop orders and bills of materials.
• Assemble water treatment equipment from drawings as a member of an assembly team.
• Pipe-fit PVC, CPVC, fiberglass, and stainless steel materials.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, drill presses, belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders, ironworkers, and other specialized equipment as required.
• Follow EHS rules and safe work practices, including using appropriate PPE.
• Maintain good housekeeping by keeping fabrication and tool-storage areas clean and tidying the work area after each job.
• Perform confined-space entry in small tanks with 14 × 18-inch manways.
• Maintain records and reports as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with a 3% default contribution plus matching.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• AD&D insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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