Operations and Maintenance Technician – Cincinnati, OH

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

As an O&M Technician, you'll join a collaborative team helping clients deliver uninterrupted services. You'll perform a variety of tasks involving the operation, maintenance, calibration, diagnosis, inspection, and repair of equipment, instruments, processes, and support systems at a former refinery facility.

You'll contribute to program success through efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to complex facility challenges. You'll operate, monitor, and calibrate equipment, generators, and gates; maintain operational logs; collect samples; perform laboratory tests; and use data management tools. Most importantly, you'll take action to support the safety, health, and well-being of your team.

• Schedule work tasks for the Cincinnati, OH location.
• Perform operation and maintenance tasks including equipment maintenance, quality control/testing, and sampling activities.
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests and analyses.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with no major infractions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and data management systems, plus the ability to operate plant PLC and SCADA systems.
• Work experience demonstrating mechanical aptitude and the ability to apply basic mechanical and physical principles.
• Willingness to obtain a Basic Industrial Wastewater License within the first 14 months of employment.

• One year of experience completing O&M tasks.
• Basic familiarity with groundwater sampling; equipment calibration; and safe work practices.

This position requires operation of a company vehicle. A vehicle may be assigned specifically to this project/client and, if assigned, may be used only for work purposes. The candidate must possess a valid driver's license, undergo a motor vehicle records check, and meet company motor vehicle record adjudication standards.

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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $56,800.00 to $80,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 16, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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