Field Service Technician

SST Direct; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

On-call stipend

Company vehicle after probationary

Licensing assistance

Tools and PPE provided

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking a dependable Field Service Technician to support the operation and maintenance of decentralized wastewater treatment systems. This entry-level role offers hands-on field training and a path toward obtaining a wastewater operator license.

You will travel between wastewater sites, collect samples, monitor equipment, and perform routine maintenance. The role requires independence, outdoor work, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; training and licensing support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass a background check.
• Valid driver's license and 5-year MVR.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and math skills.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and willing to learn.
• Comfortable using email and basic computer applications.
• Able to work independently, outdoors, and travel between sites.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must obtain the wastewater operator license within 12 months.
• Plumbing, electrical, mechanical, maintenance, field service, or wastewater experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to wastewater treatment stations throughout the workday.
• Collect process and compliance samples, including pH testing.
• Monitor flow rates, chemical levels, and equipment status.
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs.
• Respond to system alarms and troubleshoot basic issues.
• Maintain accurate electronic logs, photos, testing data, and compliance documentation.
• Follow EPA, environmental, and company safety procedures.
• Participate in an on-call rotation as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Background check

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Email/computer use

Lift 50 lbs

Willing to learn

Travel between sites

Wastewater license within 12 months

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Field Service Technician

Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM-3:30 PM | 40 hours/week

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking a dependable Field Service Technician to support the operation and maintenance of decentralized wastewater treatment systems.

This is an entry-level, hand-on field position. Previous wastewater experience is not required—the company will train the right person and provide support toward obtaining the required wastewater operator license.

Responsibilities

• Travel to wastewater treatment stations throughout the workday.
• Collect process and compliance samples, including pH testing.
• Monitor flow rates, chemical levels, and equipment status.
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs.
• Respond to system alarms and troubleshoot basic issues.
• Maintain accurate electronic logs, photos, testing data, and compliance documentation.
• Follow EPA, environmental, and company safety procedures.
• Participate in an on-call rotation as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable 5-year MVR.
• Must pass a background check.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and math skills.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and willing to learn.
• Comfortable using email and basic computer applications.
• Able to work independently, outdoors, and spend much of the day driving between sites.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to obtain the required wastewater operator license within 12 months.
• Plumbing, electrical, mechanical, maintenance, field service, or wastewater experience is a plus but not required.

Training & Benefits of the Role

• Approximately 2+ weeks of hand-on training alongside an experienced technician.
• Company provides required tools and PPE.
• Company provides training and assistance toward wastewater licensing.
• Additional stipend for on-call rotation.
• If dispatched while on call, hours worked are paid at time-and-a-half.
• Opportunity to take the company vehicle home after the probationary period and demonstrated dependability.

This is not a sales position. We're looking for someone reliable, mechanically inclined, willing to learn, and interested in developing a long-term career in the wastewater industry.