Maintenance Technician II

Who We Are

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

“Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

What We Offer

- 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.

Overview

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 Charlotte, 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.

What You'll Do

- 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.

What You'll Bring

Experience

- One to two years related experience

Education and Certification

- High school Diploma

- Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Physical and Technical Skills

- 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.

Work Environment

- Work is performed primarily outside and is subject to weather and environmental conditions. Potential hazards include driving a vehicle, working with mechanical tools and repairing electrical equipment in and around water and wastewater.

About Our Company

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E-Verify participating employer.