Field Operations Lead - Water Purification

MPW Industrial Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Employee referral bonus program

Wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Stable company with long-term career

Job summary

MPW Industrial Services is seeking an Area Supervisor to lead field operations for water purification projects across multiple sites. You’ll supervise technicians, ensure safety compliance, and drive performance against contractual requirements.

The role requires travel to project sites, hands-on troubleshooting of water treatment systems, and coaching of field personnel to deliver reliable, compliant services. The position offers growth through leadership development and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with coaching and mentoring of field personnel.
• Mechanical and technical aptitude to troubleshoot water treatment systems.
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach for safe and efficient operations.
• Effective communication and customer service to build relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, support, and evaluate Site Technicians and Field Service Technicians across assigned territories.
• Travel regularly to project sites to provide technical guidance, operational support, and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Conduct field audits, inspections, and observations to promote a strong safety culture.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, process, and system performance issues.
• Assist with chemical handling, dosing, and treatment processes in accordance with established procedures.
• Support installation, maintenance, and repair of pumps, piping, membranes, filtration equipment, and related systems.
• Monitor water quality parameters and system performance to ensure contractual and operational requirements are achieved.
• Calibrate, inspect, and maintain testing and monitoring equipment.
• Review operational data and identify opportunities to improve performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Coordinate manpower, resources, and scheduling activities across multiple job sites.
• Provide technical training and development support for field personnel.
• Communicate project status, customer concerns, and operational updates to management.
• Complete electronic reports documenting technician performance, site activity, safety observations, and system operations.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure required documentation is completed in a timely manner.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical/Technical aptitude

Proactive mindset

Communication

Job description

MPW Industrial Services is seeking an Area Supervisor to lead field operations for water purification projects across multiple sites. You’ll supervise technicians, ensure safety compliance, and drive performance against contractual requirements.

The role requires travel to project sites, hands-on troubleshooting of water treatment systems, and coaching of field personnel to deliver reliable, compliant services. The position offers growth through leadership development and a strong safety culture.