Utilities Infrastructure Technician

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Utilities Infrastructure Technician in the Williamsburg area. The Utilities Infrastructure Technician provides critical ground-level support for overhead and underground power systems while assisting in the operation and maintenance of medium voltage (up to 13.2 kV) switchgear and controls. This hybrid role requires a unique blend of physical stamina for field line work and technical proficiency for troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and shop-based electrical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Assist electrical lineman in the installation and repair of overhead and underground transmission systems. Tasks include digging trenches/pole holes, framing poles, pulling wire, and "grounding" systems safely.
• Operate and maintain MV switchgear, generators, transformers, and controllers. Connect electrical cables and perform "meagering" of cables to ensure insulation integrity.
• Diagnose malfunctions in electrical systems using blueprints, layouts, and standard computations. Repair or replace wiring, circuits, and motors to ensure base-wide operational continuity.
• Drive and operate utility vehicles (bucket trucks, digger derricks). Use specialized testing instruments, electric meters, and hand/power tools common to the trade.
• Execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and determine appropriate PPE levels for specific tasks. Adhere strictly to ANSI safety standards and NEC codes.
• Perform routine inspections and PMs on electrical fixtures, switchboards, and property-wide assets.
• Read utility meters, maintain daily work logs, and prepare estimates for man-hours and materials for project completion.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Active Government Issued Security Clearance or willing to obtain.
• Valid Driver's License (Class A or B CDL preferred or obtainable within 6 months).
• Knowledge and hands-on experience working with voltages up to 13.2 kV.
• Ability to interpret complex drawings, manuals, and construction specifications.
• Must be able to lift 35–50 lbs, climb stairs and extension ladders repetitively, and work in extreme weather conditions.
• Willingness to work on-call for emergency power restoration, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician License preferred, or 10+ years of relevant field experience.

Pay

$28-$40 per hour. The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.