Water Treatment Technician

High Purity Water Services; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A water systems service provider in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Field Technician to install and maintain critical high purity water systems. The role includes troubleshooting, service, and repair work in various health and industrial facilities. Candidates should have plumbing experience and strong critical thinking skills. Competitive wage and benefits are offered, including ongoing training and health coverage.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Annual uniform and boots allowance

Health, Dental and Vision benefits

Specialty Tools Provided

Training / Tuition reimbursement

PPE including masks and disinfectant

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial and commercial environments.
• Ability to lift up to 20 Kg and handle physical workload.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot Industrial and Commercial Softener / MultiMedia Tanks.
• Perform sanitization and chemical cleaning of Reverse Osmosis Units and Reservoirs.
• Service and troubleshoot Commercial / Health Science and Industrial Reverse Osmosis Water.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting Skills

Teamwork

Plumbing Knowledge

Water Testing

Critical Thinking

Education

Valid Ontario Plumbing certificate or equivalent

Tools

Plumbing Tools

Job description

Overview

HighPurityWaterServicesInc. is a successful, growing company seeking an experienced, self‑starter Field Technician to support our high purity water systems and services business. We design, manufacture and install complete turnkey water systems including ultrapure distribution loops for the institutional marketplace. Our innovative designs incorporate equipment that are listed with Health Canada as licensed Medical Devices.

The Technician will install, service, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain critical high purity water systems at our customer facilities (lifesciences, laboratory, healthcare, biotech, pharma, and advanced manufacturing). A successful candidate will have prior experience with water purification systems and equipment. The goal of the position is to drive service success that improves customers’ satisfaction, maximizes customer retention and increases profitability.

Our Services

• Health Science and Industrial Pure Water Treatment Solutions
• Process Piping and Plumbing Repairs
• Plumbing Installations
• Pure Water Distribution Loop Cleaning
• Pipe and Water Line replacement
• Point‑of‑Use Sterile water System Service and Installation
• Pump Replacements
• Filter and Media Tank Replacements

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot Industrial and Commercial Softener / MultiMedia Tanks
• Perform sanitization and chemical cleaning of Reverse Osmosis Units and Reservoirs
• Service and troubleshoot Commercial / Health Science and Industrial Reverse Osmosis Water
• Must have experience troubleshooting Pumps, Pressure switch/level switches
• Complete eligible work orders
• Identify proper materials and quantities for new and existing projects
• Keep company vehicle and equipment properly serviced, clean and in good working order and condition
• Must be able and willing to work flexible shifts, be available for on‑call / standby and emergency call‑outs when assigned to on‑call rotation schedule (1 week at a time)
• Perform other plumbing related tasks as required

Qualifications

• Adequate Electrical Troubleshooting Skills with regard to Switches, Motors, Fuses, and basic circuitry
• Experience in Industrial and commercial environments
• Able to work as part of a team and on one’s own
• Understanding of many aspects of Plumbing (installation, maintenance & troubleshooting)
• Understanding of Water Testing and proper documentation
• Thorough knowledge of standard practices and terminology in the field
• Valid Ontario Plumbing certificate or equivalent
• Minimum G Driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 20 Kg and handle physical workload
• Knowledge and ability to work with plumbing tools and devices safely
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Ability to work at heights, using stepladder
• Ability to work in small spaces
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Work in compliance with health and safety regulations (Health and Safety Standards and Building Codes)

COVID‑19 Protocol

The company follows a very strict COVID‑19 protocol; COVID‑19 survey / assessment upon starting work daily, employees required to wear a mask, as well as to maintain social distancing whenever possible. Following all current public health unit advisories.

What We Offer

• Competitive wage, compensation based on experience
• Annual uniform and boots allowance
• Health, Dental and Vision benefits (optional)
• Telephone reimbursementOngoing Training
• Friendly Staff
• Specialty Tools Provided
• Training / Tuition reimbursement
• PPE including masks and disinfectant