Jobs in Putnam Virginia

Service Technician

$70,000 – $80,000 Base Salary + Overtime

Extensive Weekday Travel (Up to 80%) – Home Weekends

OEM Training + Career Advancement

Health / Vision / Dental

401k

Our client is a leading global OEM in environmental and climate systems, seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to support installations and service of their advanced humidification, dehumidification, and control equipment across the U.S.

This role requires extensive weekday travel (up to 80%), with technicians typically home on weekends. Overtime is available and regularly earned, adding to total compensation. You'll receive factory training, work with innovative proprietary systems, and join a company known for long-term employee development and technical excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a solid mix of mechanical and electrical experience, particularly in HVAC, PLC controls, or related systems. Military-trained technicians are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission, install, and maintain OEM humidification and water treatment systems
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems, valves, sensors, and mechanical components
• Travel nationwide up to 80% during weekdays (Monday-Friday); home weekends
• Perform diagnostics and repairs independently on a wide range of systems
• Operate and maintain a company service vehicle and parts inventory
• Submit accurate service reports, timesheets, and expense documentation
• Deliver professional and responsive customer service while on-site

Background Requirements

• Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, or HVAC systems
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting, control systems, or instrumentation preferred
• Prior work in industrial or manufacturing settings a strong plus
• Military technical experience highly valued (Navy, Air Force, Army, etc.)
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Valid driver’s license; able to travel by car and air
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and work in commercial/industrial environments

Electrical Engineer - Data Centers - Northern Virginia / D.C. Area (Hybrid)

Metric DCX are partnered with a global engineering and consultancy firm to support the continued growth of their data center division.

This Electrical Engineer position will specialize in data center facility design to be embedded directly with a major end-user client.

Responsibilities:

• Assessing third-party and colocation facilities being considered for acquisition, evaluating their suitability against the client's portfolio requirements.
• Taking ownership of power systems across all project phases, identifying and resolving issues as they arise in collaboration with the relevant client stakeholders.
• Reviewing data center designs with a critical eye on redundancy architecture, availability targets, and potential single points of failure.
• Working closely with operations, planning, and energy strategy teams to push electrical solutions forward on third-party data center projects.
• Conducting technical due diligence and maintaining quality standards in line with client expectations.
• Keeping internal documentation, specs, and standards current based on live project feedback and lessons learned.
• Liaising with internal teams on power loading, rack deployment, and load balancing within shared facilities.
• Contributing to cross-discipline coordination with mechanical and controls engineers, and supporting consistency across regional teams.

Background Required

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering; a postgraduate qualification or PE license would be a strong advantage.
• At least five years working within mission-critical environments, with solid hands-on exposure to colocation and multi-tenant data center projects specifically.
• Confident in power systems analysis and the software tools that come with it.
• Practical experience across the full electrical distribution stack — from high voltage transformers down to branch circuits — covering design, procurement, commissioning, and operations.
• Comfortable working across disciplines and engaging with structural, mechanical, civil, and IT/Telecom teams as needed.
• Grounded in US electrical codes and standards, with some awareness of IEC standards beneficial.

We work nationwide on some of the most challenging, exciting construction and maintenance projects in the industrial sector. We are currently hiring skilled first-class Welders for multiple sites in the US. If you are a hardworking person who possesses the skills and ability to perform the job as outlined below, we would love to hear from you! 

Essential Functions of this position may include but are not limited to:

• Ideal candidates will possess welding experience with GMAW, GMAW-P and SMAW
• Performs welding processes on carbon steel (OSS, HSS, HY, HSLA, etc.) assemblies to required tolerances using welding metals, metal alloys and with various joint configurations.
• Determines layouts and welds parts and assemblies according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Oxy/Fuel pre-heat and carbon arc gouging, occasional mirror welding. Verifying weld size using weld gauges.
• Will monitor and verify quality in accordance with SSP's or MDD's.
• Requires occasional heavy lifting up to 45lbs multiple times during an 8 to 12-hour shift. 
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods during an 8 to 12-hour shift. 
• Requires occasional bending from waist, crouching, kneeling and crawling periodically during an 8-to-12-hour shift. 
• Requires occasional climbing ladders up to 25 feet at a time. 
• Requires occasional working in confined space work environment with the potential of extreme temperature exposure, chemical exposure, and radiation exposure during an 8-to-12-hour shift.

Please note that the essential job functions listed above are not intended to be all-encompassing. Employees may be asked to perform tasks which are not listed in this description but may also be considered essential for employment. The following physical requirements are essential job functions necessary to perform critical welding duties safely.

Qualification, education, and experience requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of related experience with High School diploma/GED and/or certification in assigned area preferred.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision/oversight; have working knowledge of precision calibration tools (weld gauges), be able to operate multiple types of welding equipment, and possess good trouble shooting / problem solving skills.
• Highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to work multiple shifts.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, technique sheets and weld symbols.
• Ability pass respirator fit-check and wearing of respirator for portions of or all of an 8 to 12-hour shift or as required. Must be clean shaven for fit-check and dawning of respirator. Must be able to comply with respirator fit-testing requirements. Clean-shaven status may be required in accordance with OSHA respirator safety standards. Reasonable accommodations will be considered where required by law.
• Must be a team player. 
• Flexible, willing to work long hours, safety oriented.
• Experience with the fabrication of submarine parts and modules is preferred.

Weld Test Requirements:

• GMAW-SP & GMAW-P
• GMAW-P will be 3 position plate tests with MIL-100S-1 wire; GMAW-SP will be in 2G position with MIL-100S-1 wire.
• Welding tests will be bent immediately after the test 
• Further volumetric welding tests will be given to mimic hull penetration and liner installations.
• Successful completion of volumetric weld tests is required for X-Ray placement.

Successful candidate must possess the willingness and ability to complete and pass all pre-employment and employment screening requirements which may include but are not limited to medical, psychological (if required by site), background and substance abuse screening(s).

Work Authorization Requirements 

• Proof of Identification - Driver's license or any other identification card issued by the federal, state, or local government that contains a photograph and the person's name, date of birth, gender, height, eye color, and street address.

Proof of US Citizenship (must provide one)

• U.S. birth certificate (birth documents issued by a hospital, notifications of birth registrations; and Puerto Rico birth certificates issued before July 1, 2010, are not accepted
• Valid, unexpired U.S. passport or U.S. passport card
• U.S. Certificate of Citizenship or Certificate of Naturalization
• A record of Military Processing-Armed forces of the United States (Form DD 1966), provided it reflects U.S. citizenship.

U.S. citizenship is required for this role due to federal contract requirements. Due to federal contract requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for this position. Work authorization will be verified in accordance with federal law after a conditional offer of employment.

Compensation is determined based on experience, certifications, and client requirements. Summit Talent Strategies follows pay transparency principles. Compensation Range: $55.00 – $57.75 per hour, based on experience, certifications, and successful completion of required weld testing. Overtime and site differentials may apply.

All screenings are required by the federal contractor’s site‑specific safety protocols and are applied consistently to all applicants.

Summit Talent Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We affirmatively seek to advance equal opportunity for all. 

We will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to compensation information as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

We maintain applicant records and collect voluntary self‑identification information in accordance with applicable federal contractor affirmative action and record-keeping requirements.

Reasonable accommodations will be reviewed and provided in accordance with ADA and federal contractor requirements. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the selection process, please contact   Please include the accommodation you are requesting and the job title.

ABOUT THIS JOB

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***

As a Military Police, you'll protect peoples' lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. You'll also control traffic, prevent crime, and respond to all emergencies. You'll conduct force protection, anti-terrorism, area security, and police intelligence operations. You'll also train in corrections and detention, investigations and mobility, and security around the world.

Skills you'll learn align with Law Enforcement & Security, Intelligence Collection, Corrections and Detention. In addition, you could earn 29 nationally recognized certifications!

JOB DUTIES

• Law enforcement patrols
• Interview witnesses, victims and suspects in investigations
• Crime scene security and processing
• Arrest and charge criminal suspects

REQUIREMENTS

• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 20 weeks of One Station Unit Training & on-the-job instruction in police methods
• U.S. Citizen
• 17 to 34 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

BENEFITS

The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you'll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.

• Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
• Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
• Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
• 30 days paid annual vacation
• 401(K) type savings plan
• Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
• Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
• Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties

Position Summary

The primary function of a delivery driver is to safely and efficiently operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with company policies along with Federal and State regulations and delivers all freight undamaged. Work as a team player to deliver, load/unload materials while providing a world class customer service experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect truck/trailer for defects for safe operation. Safely load building materials onto flatbed or boom truck and unload products at commercial and residential job sites. Deliver materials to assigned area as directed by the customer while prioritizing personal safety and the safety of those around you.
• Maintain records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Must report all accidents involving driver or company equipment. Stamina to lift heavy building materials up to 100+ lbs. for load/unload. Excellent customer service skills and professional attitude.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid commercial drivers license (CDL).
• Minimum Class B License, Class A strongly preferred
• Must have a clear three (3) year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Must have overall knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations. Core Competencies: Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position while driving a commercial vehicle 40% of the time.
• Must be able to lift heavy building materials up to 80 lbs. for loading/unloading.
• Frequently moves materials weighing up to 80 lbs. while unloading flatbed. Will constantly move from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicle onto job site. Will constantly operate commercial motor vehicle and/or boom vehicle. Will constantly position self to unload materials from flatbed or boom.
• Must be able to judge distance while delivering materials and/or operating boom.
• Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in outside environment while making deliveries.

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on customers deadline.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive information and directions.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

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• Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
  
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