Do you want to make a difference for the environment and society's future?
Lycksele Avfall och Vatten AB (LAVAB) is a leading player in sustainability issues and water management in Lycksele Municipality. With us, you get the opportunity to combine service and development in a role where you contribute to a sustainable and pleasant living environment for our residents.
We are looking for someone who wants to work in a role of societal importance where you can develop by participating in both daily tasks and long-term projects. Read more about us at http://www.lavab.nu/.
About the role of VA Technician with Electrical Authorization:
As a VA technician with electrical authorization, you are responsible for operation, supervision, maintenance, troubleshooting, and development of water and wastewater facilities—including water treatment plants, purification plants, pump stations, and pipe networks. You also handle electrical work, control and automation systems, as well as SCADA/PLC control.
Responsibilities
Perform operation, maintenance, and self-inspection of water and wastewater facilities
Troubleshooting and quality control of processes and electrical/control systems
Carry out electrical work according to electrical authorization (minimum Authorization B)
Handle urgent operational disruptions and work on standby according to schedule
Participate in projects such as new installations or renovations
Collaboration with colleagues, contractors, and suppliers
Documentation and reporting via operation and maintenance systems
Work according to procedures for occupational safety, safety, and environmental legislation
Qualifications
Secondary or vocational training in water/wastewater, electrical, or technical fields
Electrical authorization: Authorization B/AL or equivalent
Experience in electrical installation, troubleshooting
B-category driving license
Swedish in speech and writing, good computer skills
Meritorious
Experience in process control / SCADA systems
Experience in water and wastewater
Personal Qualities
Self-directed, responsible, and technically interested
Problem-solving, initiative-taking, and flexible
Service-oriented with good collaboration skills
Thorough and driven in your work approach
We Offer
An independent and developmental job
Opportunity for further training in water and wastewater
Active participation in socially relevant projects
LAVAB is a municipally-owned, tax-financed company with a focus on sustainability
Committed colleagues with a focus on safe working environment and development
The position is placed in a socially important operation, which means that in the event of extraordinary circumstances, you are expected to perform your regular duties as part of the emergency preparedness responsibility. For certain positions, security screening, background checks, and security interviews may be required.
Location: Lycksele, Sweden
Scope: Full-time, permanent employment (with 6-month probation period)
Application Deadline: 2026-09-27
Start Date: By agreement
We decline all contact from advertisement sales representatives who are not applying for the position.
Let us work together for a sustainable and service-oriented Lycksele. Welcome with your application!