Field Instrument Technician – Water Systems Calibration

CDM Smith; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Texas is seeking a field-calibration technician to support water treatment facilities. You will calibrate process controls, analyze equipment performance, and troubleshoot distribution systems on projects that may require significant travel.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and about four years of related experience, with travel up to 90% and a valid driver’s license. Join a team focused on safe, compliant, and reliable water infrastructure services.

Qualifications

• Intermediate knowledge of mechanical equipment and repair methods.
• Intermediate mathematics skills.
• Intermediate problem solving skills.
• Intermediate reading and writing skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to use the various tools required for the trade.

Responsibilities

• Calibrates process controls used in water processing and water distribution equipment.
• Performs periodic analysis of water processing and water distribution equipment and related process controls to determine need for repairs.
• Detects and troubleshoots production defects of water treatment and water distribution equipment.
• Certifies and documents that calibration procedures have been performed.
• Ensures equipment meets federal, state, and local operating standards.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Repairs pipes, lights, power and instrumentation system.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Math skills

Problem solving

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Tools usage

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith in Texas is seeking a field-calibration technician to support water treatment facilities. You will calibrate process controls, analyze equipment performance, and troubleshoot distribution systems on projects that may require significant travel.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and about four years of related experience, with travel up to 90% and a valid driver’s license. Join a team focused on safe, compliant, and reliable water infrastructure services.