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At Jacobs, we challenge what's currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.

Looking for a stable, hands-on career with purpose? Jacobs Engineering, contracted through the City of Traverse City, is hiring Industrial Maintenance Technician for our wastewater operations.

You don’t need prior wastewater experience. If you’re mechanically or electrically inclined, have mechanic experience, or come from oil & gas or industrial maintenance, we will train you to succeed.

This is a career path position, ideal for entry-level candidates with a great attitude and willingness to learn, or for experienced technicians looking to expand into infrastructure and reliability.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair pumps, motors, valves, and piping systems.

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, from control panels to wiring.

• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning.

• Keep accurate records of inspections, repairs, and performance.

• Follow strict safety protocols and environmental regulations.

• Collaborate with a supportive team of technicians and staff.

• Participate in an on-call rotation (compensation provided)

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

• Occasional overtime as needed.

• Paid on-call rotation

• High school diploma or GED (required)

• Hands-on experience in mechanical or electrical work (industrial maintenance, mechanic roles, oil & gas, or similar fields preferred)

• Strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and willingness to learn.

• Valid driver’s license with clean record

• Ability to work in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather.

• Basic computer skills and diagnostic tool use.

What You’ll Get:

• Pay: $25-$30/hour (depending on experience and certifications)

• Additional compensation for on-call duties

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Roth 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and career development programs

• Opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications, including:

• Wastewater Operator Licenses

• CMRT - Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician

• CRL - Certified Reliability Leader

• Additional certifications tailored to your role and goals.

• Career advancement within Jacobs’ global network.

• A team culture built on safety, respect, and collaboration.

Why Work with Us:

At Jacobs, our maintenance team keeps essential public infrastructure running safely and efficiently. This isn’t just turning wrenches it’s protecting public health and the environment through skilled mechanical and electrical work.

We invest in our technicians with training, certification opportunities, and a clear career path. Public infrastructure jobs are stable and impactful, making this an excellent long-term career.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a Fitness for Duty testing is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.