PES, Inc. - Leading Water and Wastewater Company

Petrus Environmental Services, Inc. is always seeking talented professionals to work on a variety of projects. Openings are currently available for the following positions:

 

 

Maintenance Technician

 

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced full-time maintenance technician in the Roanoke, VA area.  The position requires the skills, abilities and education to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled activities in relation to the maintenance of water and wastewater system.

 Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Experience with pumps and control system.
  • Experience with point repairs and utility line installation.
  • Operation of backhoe and other heavy equipment
  • Valid Drivers License with good driving record - CDL Preferred
  • Possess excellent communication skills required including demonstrated fluency with reading, writing and speaking the English language
  • Knowledge of water and wastewater systems, mechanical and electrical systems.

PES, Inc. offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits for its workforce. PES, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer.  

 

Water Plant Operator

We currently have opportunities for experienced part-time water operator in the Culpeper, VA area.  The position requires the skills, abilities and education to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled activities to operate and maintain a group of wasterworks systems under the direct supervision of the Waterworks Supervisor.

 Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Directly responsible for managing operations and maintenance of the water treatment systems, including daily operation checks, sampling and necessary tests, flow measures, chemical dosage, troubleshooting, recordkeeping, preventive and corrective maintenance, and other essential duties
  • Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
  • Ensure effective communication with supervisory personnel
  • Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Minimum of a Virginia Class '4' Water certification.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Valid Drivers License with good driving record
  • Possess excellent communication skills required including demonstrated fluency with reading, writing and speaking the English language
  • Knowledge of potable water treatment, mechanical and electrical systems 

Salary:

Starting Salary Negotiable Depending on qualifications, experience, and VA Water Operator License currently held. PES offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits for its workforce. PES is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Engineering Technician

We are currently accepting applications for an Engineering Technician in our Roanoke office. The position will involve both administrative and fieldwork. Areas of responsibility will include the following:

  • Technical oversight and evaluation of water and wastewater systems

  • Preparation of plans, operations manuals, and specifications for small water and wastewater systems

  • Administrative and technical presentations

  • Computer tracking and reporting

  • Proposal preparation


The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelors of Science in Engineering, Environmental Studies or other closely related field

  • Engineering in Training Certificate

  • Knowledge of Federal and State water and sewer regulations

  • Proficiency in cost estimating

  • Prior on-site construction management


PES offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits for its workforce. PES is an equal employment opportunity employer.


Business Manager

We are currently accepting applications for a Business Manager in our Roanoke office. The position will involve both administrative and fieldwork. Areas of responsibility will include the following:

  • Business Development

  • Marketing and Sales

  • Proposal preparation

  • Computer tracking and reporting

  • Presentations


The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in Business Management, Administration, Finance, Marketing or other closely related field

  • Knowledge of Federal and State water and sewer regulations

  • Proven ability of expanding sales in new markets

PES offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits for its workforce.  PES is and equal employment opportunity employer.

For more information, please contact Human Resources at 540-344-9800 (Ext. 302), FAX 540-344-9806 or email spetrus@petrusenvironmental.com