Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Virginia
Equipment Maintenance Technician jobs in Virginia are concentrated in defense manufacturing, utilities, food and beverage processing, and logistics, with demand at every level from entry-level maintenance helpers to senior reliability technicians. The heaviest hiring is in and around Richmond, Northern Virginia, and Hampton Roads, where large employers such as Dominion Energy, General Dynamics, and Amazon Robotics fulfillment and distribution operations maintain substantial equipment fleets. The most in-demand specialties are preventive maintenance, HVAC and mechanical systems upkeep, and industrial automation and PLC troubleshooting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Summary
Unleash your potential with the City of Manassas! This program offers a career ladder that invests in the success of the incumbent, leading to professional growth in a stable and rewarding career. This is the perfect opportunity for an individual who enjoys working outside with a variety of projects and tasks. If you are a driven and safety-oriented individual with keen attention to detail, apply today! A team of dynamic individuals await you!
What We’re Looking For:
- A team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
- Experience in construction, maintenance, or related fields
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and light-to-medium equipment.
- Reliable and safety-conscious, with a commitment to serving the community.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay and excellent benefits*
- Opportunities for training, career growth, and skill development.
- Work that makes a real impact in the City of Manassas.
If you’re ready to take on a hands-on role that keeps our City moving, apply today!
*This is a full-time, benefited position that offers Virginia Retirement System benefits, 13 paid holidays, generous annual and sick leave, health insurance, employee assistance program, deferred compensation, access to the Prince William County Employees Credit Union, and several exciting work perks! Tuition reimbursement is also available for eligible employees.This announcement is listed as a range of tiers to allow for a broad applicant pool.
Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets): perform essential construction and maintenance work to keep our streets, utilities, and public facilities in top condition. From repairing roadways and sidewalks to assisting with utility projects, you'll be making a real impact every day.
Equipment Operator I: responsible for operating light and medium-sized equipment and performing manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City streets/roads, etc.
This position is open until filled and may close at any time.
Essential Job Functions
Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets):
- Perform construction, repair, and maintenance, including concrete and asphalt work, of City streets, sidewalks, curbs, and drainage systems
- Patch holes, compact road surfaces, maintain drainage systems, install/repair/cut pipe, construct/repair ditches, clear drainage obstructions, clear ditches/gutters, break up pipes and concrete, mix cement, install fences
- Excavate and grade sites, dig holes/trenches and shovel/spread/level materials (dirt, sand, gravel and base, concrete, asphalt, etc.)
- Operate a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles for road maintenance and repair tasks
- Assist with traffic control, marker, cone, and signage installation, and roadway safety measures
- Respond to emergency situations such as storm clean-up and hazardous roadway conditions
- Work as part of a team to keep the City running smoothly and looking great!
Equipment Operator I:
- Operates various equipment and vehicles to complete tasks related to the maintenance, upkeep, installation, and construction of City grounds, property, utilities, rights-of-way, and other infrastructure for departmental operations; drives vehicles over public roads, work sites, rights-of-way, parks, public works facilities, and other City property; maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, equipment, utilities, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public; drives single, tandem, and tri-axle dump trucks or brush trucks in order to transport and haul materials between original and final destinations for use in maintenance and construction projects
- Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair projects, which may include repairing roads/asphalt, compacting road surfaces, installing/repairing pipe, constructing/repairing ditches, repairing/replacing drainage culverts, repairing potholes, constructing sidewalks, cutting pipes, installing fences, installing/repairing irrigation systems, mowing right-of-ways, cutting trees and brush, groundskeeping, maintaining athletic fields, assembling playground equipment, digging holes or trenches, shoveling materials, lifting/moving heavy materials, flagging traffic, and picking up debris/litter.
- Assists with traffic control at road construction sites by setting up road signs, flagging and directing traffic, and assisting other equipment operators in maneuvering equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
One year of training and/or experience in the operation of equipment used in roadway repair, maintenance and installation is required for the Equipment Operator I. Previous experience in construction and maintenance of public infrastructure is preferred for the Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets)
Valid Driver's License
Special Requirements
Equipment Operator I: The incumbent of this position will be required to possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license.
Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets): Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s) within six months of hire.
This position will require working in emergency situations (i.e. snow removal, storms, etc.).
Any individual selected for this position will be required to undergo a post-offer, pre-employment criminal background check, driving record check, education/employer verification, along with a physical and drug screen.
Position Summary
Unleash your potential with the City of Manassas! This program offers a career ladder that invests in the success of the incumbent, leading to professional growth in a stable and rewarding career. This is the perfect opportunity for an individual who enjoys working outside with a variety of projects and tasks. If you are a driven and safety-oriented individual with keen attention to detail, apply today! A team of dynamic individuals await you!
What We’re Looking For:
- A team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
- Experience in construction, maintenance, or related fields
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and light-to-medium equipment.
- Reliable and safety-conscious, with a commitment to serving the community.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay and excellent benefits*
- Opportunities for training, career growth, and skill development.
- Work that makes a real impact in the City of Manassas.
If you’re ready to take on a hands-on role that keeps our City moving, apply today!
*This is a full-time, benefited position that offers Virginia Retirement System benefits, 13 paid holidays, generous annual and sick leave, health insurance, employee assistance program, deferred compensation, access to the Prince William County Employees Credit Union, and several exciting work perks! Tuition reimbursement is also available for eligible employees.This announcement is listed as a range of tiers to allow for a broad applicant pool.
Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets): perform essential construction and maintenance work to keep our streets, utilities, and public facilities in top condition. From repairing roadways and sidewalks to assisting with utility projects, you'll be making a real impact every day.
Equipment Operator I: responsible for operating light and medium-sized equipment and performing manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City streets/roads, etc.
This position is open until filled and may close at any time.
Essential Job Functions
Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets):
- Perform construction, repair, and maintenance, including concrete and asphalt work, of City streets, sidewalks, curbs, and drainage systems
- Patch holes, compact road surfaces, maintain drainage systems, install/repair/cut pipe, construct/repair ditches, clear drainage obstructions, clear ditches/gutters, break up pipes and concrete, mix cement, install fences
- Excavate and grade sites, dig holes/trenches and shovel/spread/level materials (dirt, sand, gravel and base, concrete, asphalt, etc.)
- Operate a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles for road maintenance and repair tasks
- Assist with traffic control, marker, cone, and signage installation, and roadway safety measures
- Respond to emergency situations such as storm clean-up and hazardous roadway conditions
- Work as part of a team to keep the City running smoothly and looking great!
Equipment Operator I:
- Operates various equipment and vehicles to complete tasks related to the maintenance, upkeep, installation, and construction of City grounds, property, utilities, rights-of-way, and other infrastructure for departmental operations; drives vehicles over public roads, work sites, rights-of-way, parks, public works facilities, and other City property; maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, equipment, utilities, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public; drives single, tandem, and tri-axle dump trucks or brush trucks in order to transport and haul materials between original and final destinations for use in maintenance and construction projects
- Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair projects, which may include repairing roads/asphalt, compacting road surfaces, installing/repairing pipe, constructing/repairing ditches, repairing/replacing drainage culverts, repairing potholes, constructing sidewalks, cutting pipes, installing fences, installing/repairing irrigation systems, mowing right-of-ways, cutting trees and brush, groundskeeping, maintaining athletic fields, assembling playground equipment, digging holes or trenches, shoveling materials, lifting/moving heavy materials, flagging traffic, and picking up debris/litter.
- Assists with traffic control at road construction sites by setting up road signs, flagging and directing traffic, and assisting other equipment operators in maneuvering equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.
-
Minimum Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
One year of training and/or experience in the operation of equipment used in roadway repair, maintenance and installation is required for the Equipment Operator I. Previous experience in construction and maintenance of public infrastructure is preferred for the Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets)
Valid Driver's License
Special Requirements
Equipment Operator I: The incumbent of this position will be required to possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license.
Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets): Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s) within six months of hire.
This position will require working in emergency situations (i.e. snow removal, storms, etc.).
Any individual selected for this position will be required to undergo a post-offer, pre-employment criminal background check, driving record check, education/employer verification, along with a physical and drug screen.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment maintenance technician jobs across Virginia.
- High school diploma or GED plus vocational or technical school training in a relevant field
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or HVAC equipment systems
- Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software platforms
- Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and equipment blueprints accurately
- Valid Virginia driver's license required for roles involving travel between facilities
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 general industry safety certification preferred by most Virginia employers
Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment maintenance technician in Virginia?
The most direct path is completing a technical or vocational program in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or HVAC at a Virginia community college such as Reynolds, Northern Virginia, or Tidewater Community College, followed by an entry-level technician or maintenance helper role. Virginia does not require a single statewide license for general equipment maintenance, but HVAC work requires an EPA 608 certification and, for contracting, a Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) tradesman or contractor license.
Which companies hire equipment maintenance technicians in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring equipment maintenance technicians in Virginia include Micron Technology, UNFI, and IGT, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's mix of defense contractors, utility providers, and large-scale distribution centers keeps demand for qualified technicians consistently active across the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most equipment maintenance technician jobs?
Manassas, Petersburg, and Mechanicsville lead Virginia for equipment maintenance technician openings. Richmond's food and beverage manufacturing base and corporate distribution centers, Northern Virginia's federal contractor facilities and data center campuses, and Hampton Roads' naval shipyards and port operations each drive consistent local demand that explains why these metros dominate the listing count.
Are there remote equipment maintenance technician jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of equipment maintenance technician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects how hands-on this role is by nature. The portions most compatible with remote work are documentation, CMMS data entry, preventive maintenance scheduling, and remote monitoring of connected or IoT-enabled equipment systems.
How can I get hired as a equipment maintenance technician in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic starting point is applying for a maintenance helper, facilities assistant, or production technician trainee role, which large Virginia employers such as Dominion Energy, Amazon fulfillment centers, and food manufacturers regularly post as entry-level openings. Virginia community colleges offer short-term certificates in industrial maintenance and mechatronics that signal seriousness to hiring managers. Earning an EPA 608 certification before applying puts candidates ahead of others who lack any credential, even without formal work history in the field.
Where can I find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience.
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