Entry-Level Water Systems Technician

Aqua America, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua America, Inc. is seeking an entry-level field technician to support water and wastewater operations. You will install, maintain, and repair valves, meters, gauges, pumps, and related equipment on-site at various work sites.

Responsibilities include operating vehicles, loading supplies, reading meters, updating paperwork, and collaborating on projects. A high school diploma or GED and a valid U.S. driver’s license are required, with preferred experience on filtration systems.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• No prior experience required; mechanical/electrical preferred.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair valves, meters, gauges, pumps, and related equipment in water and wastewater systems.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Load and unload equipment, chemicals, and supplies at worksites and storage areas.
• Read meters when needed and update work orders in the system.
• Assist with other tasks or projects as assigned.

Skills

Computers & Office Suite

Written & verbal communication

Customer service

Multitasking under pressure

Adaptability

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Clack/Multi-filter systems

Fleck/Kinetico filtration systems

Job description

Aqua America, Inc. is seeking an entry-level field technician to support water and wastewater operations. You will install, maintain, and repair valves, meters, gauges, pumps, and related equipment on-site at various work sites.

Responsibilities include operating vehicles, loading supplies, reading meters, updating paperwork, and collaborating on projects. A high school diploma or GED and a valid U.S. driver’s license are required, with preferred experience on filtration systems.