Part-Time Water Management Equipment Technician
Position Summary
Phigenics is seeking a candidate with a flexible schedule interested in working 10-20 hours per month. Water Management Equipment Technicians (WMETs) will report to the Director of Field Services and provide service and account management support for clients in a region. WMETs service existing clients by taking water tests, maintaining equipment, and assisting in maintaining Comprehensive Water Management Programs by analyzing microbiological and water chemistry data and responding quickly, professionally, and accurately to client requests. WMETs may be asked to perform minor maintenance on water monitoring equipment, take on-site readings via testing instruments (i.e., chlorine, temperature, and pH readings), and collect building water samples to be sent to a lab for cultures. Once fully trained, the employee may be expected to mentor or train peers to ensure consistent knowledge sharing and team development.
Skills And Qualifications
- Background in science, engineering, or mathematics preferred
- Ability to learn how to use equipment that measures pH, temperature, and residual oxidant in water
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
- Self-motivated and directed
- Can do” attitude
- Strong desire to learn new concepts
- Demonstrate commitment to high ethical standards and a diverse workplace
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, continually changing business and work environment while managing multiple priorities
- Understand and use MS Office, Gmail, and various Google applications
Work Environment / Travel
- The position requires traveling to client sites in a region, servicing equipment, and collecting water samples.
- Travel radius is approximately 100 miles from Syracuse, NY.
- Mileage reimbursement is available.
- The wearing of PPE is sometimes required.
- The position often requires a great deal of walking around client sites, may include climbing stairs or ladders, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds.
- May provide occasional support in other regions.