Part-Time Water Management Equipment Technician

Location: Des Moines, IA

Company Summary

Phigenics provides independent expert guidance and advanced technologies to our clients to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall safety of water systems. Our clients include a diverse mix of industry leaders in healthcare, hospitality, government, higher education, retail, and manufacturing facilities. Phigenics does not sell water treatment chemicals and is not biased toward any treatment technology or supplier.

Position Summary

Phigenics is seeking a candidate with a flexible schedule interested in working 55-60 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.

• 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.
• Perform minor maintenance on water monitoring equipment.
• Take on-site readings via testing instruments (i.e., chlorine, temperature, and pH readings).
• Collect building water samples to be sent to a lab for cultures.
• Once fully trained, mentor or train peers to ensure consistent knowledge sharing and team development.
• Candidates must live near Des Moines, IA.

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

• Position requires traveling to client sites in a region, servicing equipment, and collecting water samples.
• Travel radius is approximately 300 miles from Des Moines, IA.
• There is overnight travel expected on an average of 1 time per month.
• 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.