Field Technician

Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to training and development programs

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company, is looking for a Field Technician in Phoenix, Arizona. In this role, you will be essential in monitoring and maintaining water systems, providing problem-solving support to customers.

Successful candidates will enjoy a dynamic work environment, where you will help achieve sustainability goals and receive access to industry-leading training programs from day one, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Able to receive and successfully pass site PPE training and chemical awareness training.
• Experience in water treatment or maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general preventive maintenance for water treatment systems.
• Support customers with problem-solving on water systems.
• Work collaboratively with other technicians to ensure safety and efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, helps customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water annually. We serve industries from food & beverage to mining and manufacturing, delivering innovative solutions that reduce, reuse, and recycle water while protecting systems and equipment. Our team combines deep technical expertise with smart technology to drive efficiency, sustainability, and performance.

Ecolab is seeking a Field Technician to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. If you are a passionate technical professional that enjoys interacting with customers and likes to work in an autonomous, hands‑on environment, we invite you to apply!

You will be joining a talented team that monitors and maintains a variety of water systems pertaining to the Field Technician – Water. In this position you will provide customers with problem‑solving support, generating a high level of customer satisfaction.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• General preventive maintenance for water treatment systems and its processes in accordance with established procedures and supervision.
• Help replace consumables for ROs, ACF, UVs, and other equipment.
• Provide routine support and repeated work together with other technicians. Never work alone or operate valves alone.
• Demonstrate Ecolab’s Goal Zero Mindset on safety.

Position Details

Location: On site in North Phoenix, Arizona.

Shifts Available

• Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Rotating Day shift – (4,3,3,4) 5:45AM-6:00PM
• Rotating Night shift – (4,3,3,4) 5:45PM-6:00AM
• Occasional overtime and work during the weekend may be required.

Compensation

Hourly based on experience with overtime pay when applicable.

What’s Unique About This Role

• You’ll work in a dynamic, hands‑on environment with support.
• You’ll help customers meet sustainability goals while protecting their critical assets.
• You’ll gain access to industry‑leading training and development programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Able to receive and successfully pass site PPE training, chemical awareness training, and all safety training.

Immigration Sponsorship not available for this opportunity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working independently in an industrial setting.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Previous experience in Water Treatment or Maintenance.
• Experience in lab test, chemistry tests, and log and report data.
• Mechanical problem‑solving experience (e.g., plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or mechanical experience).
• Strong customer service skills; ability to interface positively and professionally with the customer.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high.
• Wearing and using a respirator under certain conditions.
• Working in a variety of conditions including confined spaces, damp/dusty areas, and extreme temperatures.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, balancing, walking, standing, climbing.
• Working indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions.

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.

What’s In It For You

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company‑paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments.
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

Hourly based on experience with overtime pay when applicable. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short‑term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans, discount on day‑care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, education assistance program, on‑site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID‑19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through affirmative action (AA). We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.