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Field Service Technician - Water Filtration

Audubon Companies · Ludington, MI · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare, load, and transport water treatment systems to project sites across various regions.
  • Set up and operate a variety of filtration equipment including media vessels, bag and sand filtration units, metering pumps, and transfer systems.
  • Perform regular maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on filtration and vacuum systems, including the Hurricane Vacuum System used for media extraction.
  • Carry out field sampling and water quality testing in accordance with project specifications and permit requirements.
  • Interpret and apply discharge permit conditions and ensure systems are compliant with applicable regulatory standards.
  • Identify, document, and resolve operational, technical, or safety issues in the field.
  • Maintain accurate field logs and communicate regularly with project management and clients regarding system performance and service updates.
  • Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally on all job sites.
  • Aid in the improvement of system setups, standard operating procedures, and maintenance protocols.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • 2–5 years of experience in water treatment, stormwater management, pipeline dewatering, or similar technical field.
  • Working knowledge of treatment system components, field testing equipment, and sampling procedures.
  • Familiarity with state-issued discharge permits and NPDES compliance.
  • Mechanically inclined and experienced with pumps, hoses, meters, valves, and filtration media.
  • Comfortable working in a customer-facing role and able to troubleshoot in real-time under field conditions.
  • CDL Class A preferred (or ability to obtain).
  • Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time, with availability for night shifts or weekend work depending on project needs.
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment and work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
  • Strong safety mindset and commitment to operational excellence.

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