Field Technician I — Water & Wastewater Systems

Nexus Water Group; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Vacation weeks

Holidays

Floating time

Sick time

Benefits package

Training credits

Job summary

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Field Technician I to join our Field Operations team in the Hammond, LA area. The role focuses on routine checks of water and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and supporting operations, maintenance, and customer service as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience. The position involves operating field equipment and responding to emergencies as needed,

Qualifications

• 1 year of directly related experience in water and/or wastewater system operations, maintenance, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine checks of the facilities; observes and monitors equipment and operations daily; assesses problems, diagnoses equipment failures.
• Assists with scheduling and performing routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Assists with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed.
• Inspect and maintain pumps, motors, valves, and other plant equipment in working order, troubleshooting problems as they arise.
• Respond to and investigate customer service calls.
• Install and repair water and sewer lines, including taps, hydrants, meters, and manholes.
• Locate underground water/wastewater infrastructure before excavation to prevent damage.
• Troubleshoot and fix system issues such as leaks, blockages, and equipment malfunctions.
• Operate field and heavy equipment (backhoes, pumps, hand tools) safely and effectively.
• Respond to emergencies and after hours calls for leaks, failures, or service interruptions.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Job description

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Field Technician I to join our Field Operations team in the Hammond, LA area. The role focuses on routine checks of water and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and supporting operations, maintenance, and customer service as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience. The position involves operating field equipment and responding to emergencies as needed,