Senior Technician, Maintenance Services at American Water in Charleston, WV | Kablio

Role

Description

electrical maintenance

mechanical maintenance

scada maintenance

reporting

preventive maintenance

safety compliance

Ensure that operations integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc) is maintained
Implement effective reporting processes. Provide analysis and support to Production and/or senior manager with information required for various reports, budgets, and business plans.
Responsible for all project electrical/mechanical work, including but not limited to installation, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment, lighting, outlets, switches, wiring motors, motor controls, instrumentation installation and troubleshooting, SCADA system hardware maintenance, start-up testing control panel maintenance, and power tools.
Coordinates and communicates with project personnel as well as other outside entities to ensure operational reliability and environmental compliance.
Assist with implementation of standards, targets, policies, and plans to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency effectiveness, and profitability
Provide input for preparing and controlling local maintenance and preventive maintenance within established budget limitations.
Follows Company’s environment, health and Safety policies.

Requirements

journeyman license

electrical apprenticeship

as/bs degree

nec knowledge

5+ years

computer skills

Travel required – mostly day travel
A journeyman license is required
Must have a thorough knowledge, understanding and ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints schematics and ladder logic drawings Knowledge of and access to electrical commercial and industrial codes as defined by NEC, PSHA, NFPA
Demonstrates knowledge, ability and understanding of electrical tasks normally associated with water distribution, as well as electro mechanical related equipment
AS/BS degree or related technical discipline
Computer skills as necessary to perform job duties
A minimum of 5 years of experience as a journeyman electrician
Electrical apprenticeship license
Capable of conducting duties in a safe, efficient manner that will ensure safety to themselves, co-workers and the public.
Valid drivers’ license and must be able to meet all DOT certification requirements
Subject to outdoor and indoor elements and to temperature changes; hot/cold; walking kneeling, standing, lifting and bending
7-10 years’ experience in operations, maintenance operations, performing hands-on specialized maintenance work on operating equipment, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and computer equipment

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1886

Year Established

The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.

14M+ People

Serve Millions Daily

The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.

24 States

National Presence

The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.

130+ Years

Legacy of Excellence

With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.

Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

Culture + Values

Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.

Environment + Sustainability

75% reduction

Injury Rate Improvement

The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.

20 billion kWh

Solar Energy Generation

Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.

6.4 billion gallons

Water Saved

Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.

≤1%

Affordable Water Bills

Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.

Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.

Inclusion & Diversity

#11 Ranking

Forbes Best Employers for Diversity

Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.

4 Years

Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.

2022 Pay Equity

Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.

Four Consecutive Years

Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.

Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.

Articles

Careers

Sustainability

Role

Description

electrical maintenance

mechanical maintenance

scada maintenance

reporting

preventive maintenance

safety compliance

Ensure that operations integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc) is maintained
Implement effective reporting processes. Provide analysis and support to Production and/or senior manager with information required for various reports, budgets, and business plans.
Responsible for all project electrical/mechanical work, including but not limited to installation, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment, lighting, outlets, switches, wiring motors, motor controls, instrumentation installation and troubleshooting, SCADA system hardware maintenance, start-up testing control panel maintenance, and power tools.
Coordinates and communicates with project personnel as well as other outside entities to ensure operational reliability and environmental compliance.
Assist with implementation of standards, targets, policies, and plans to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency effectiveness, and profitability
Provide input for preparing and controlling local maintenance and preventive maintenance within established budget limitations.
Follows Company’s environment, health and Safety policies.

Requirements

journeyman license

electrical apprenticeship

as/bs degree

nec knowledge

5+ years

computer skills

Travel required – mostly day travel
A journeyman license is required
Must have a thorough knowledge, understanding and ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints schematics and ladder logic drawings Knowledge of and access to electrical commercial and industrial codes as defined by NEC, PSHA, NFPA
Demonstrates knowledge, ability and understanding of electrical tasks normally associated with water distribution, as well as electro mechanical related equipment
AS/BS degree or related technical discipline
Computer skills as necessary to perform job duties
A minimum of 5 years of experience as a journeyman electrician
Electrical apprenticeship license
Capable of conducting duties in a safe, efficient manner that will ensure safety to themselves, co-workers and the public.
Valid drivers’ license and must be able to meet all DOT certification requirements
Subject to outdoor and indoor elements and to temperature changes; hot/cold; walking kneeling, standing, lifting and bending
7-10 years’ experience in operations, maintenance operations, performing hands-on specialized maintenance work on operating equipment, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and computer equipment

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1886

Year Established

The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.

14M+ People

Serve Millions Daily

The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.

24 States

National Presence

The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.

130+ Years

Legacy of Excellence

With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.

Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

Culture + Values

Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.

Environment + Sustainability

75% reduction

Injury Rate Improvement

The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.

20 billion kWh

Solar Energy Generation

Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.

6.4 billion gallons

Water Saved

Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.

≤1%

Affordable Water Bills

Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.

Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.

Inclusion & Diversity

#11 Ranking

Forbes Best Employers for Diversity

Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.

4 Years

Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.

2022 Pay Equity

Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.

Four Consecutive Years

Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.

Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.

Articles

Careers

Sustainability