Field Technician Trainee

United Flow Technologies (UFT); Helena (MT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Water Services is seeking an entry-level Field Technician Trainee to assist with inspection, maintenance, and operation of water and wastewater systems in the Helena, MT area. This role involves travel within a three-hour radius and on‑call duties, offering hands-on experience under experienced staff.

You will gain exposure to pumps, valves, meters, and control panels while supporting safety procedures and accurate field notes.

Qualifications

• Entry-level trainee with basic field service capabilities.
• Willingness to travel within a three-hour radius of Helena, MT.
• Ability to operate around wastewater, pumps, and electrical panels within training limits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine water and wastewater system inspections.
• Perform basic cleaning, maintenance, and housekeeping.
• Assist with pump, valve, float, filter, screen, and equipment checks.
• Support lift station and treatment system maintenance.
• Assist with sample collection and delivery as assigned.
• Load, unload, organize, and maintain tools, parts, and vehicles.
• Take photos and complete basic job notes.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Communicate issues, parts needs, and job status to the lead technician or operator.
• Participate in on‑call rotation and respond when assigned.

Skills

Mechanical background

Plumbing background

Civil excavation background

Follow directions

Reliability

Clear communication

On-call readiness

Safety awareness

Tools

Basic hand tools

Small power tools

Job description

Peak Water Services is dedicated to providing the best water and wastewater treatment solutions for our customers. We provide quality products and services backed by experienced wastewater and water treatment professionals who will ensure you get the most out of your water treatment system. Our knowledgeable staff is available to answer any questions you may have about our services or product.

The Field Technician Trainee supports the operation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and documentation of water and wastewater systems serviced by PEAK Water Services. Responsibilities may include assisting with public water and wastewater treatment systems, lift and pump stations, distribution and collection systems, residential and commercial treatment units, control panels, valves, hydrants, meters, sampling, inspections, cleaning, utility locates, and emergency response.

The Trainee is an entry-level role that performs routine field service and maintenance under the direction of a higher-level technician, operator, or manager while gaining hands‑on experience with water and wastewater systems. The role participates in the on-call rotation and may respond to after-hours calls, alarms, emergencies, and customer needs as assigned. This position requires travel within a three-hour radius of Helena, MT, Monday through Friday.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with routine water and wastewater system inspections.
• Perform basic cleaning, maintenance, and housekeeping.
• Assist with pump, valve, float, filter, screen, and equipment checks.
• Support lift station and treatment system maintenance.
• Assist with sample collection and delivery as assigned.
• Load, unload, organize, and maintain tools, parts, and vehicles.
• Take photos and complete basic job notes.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Communicate issues, parts needs, and job status to the lead technician or operator.
• Participate in on‑call rotation and respond when assigned.

What you bring:

• Mechanical , plumbing, or civil excavation background preferred.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and small power tools safely.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks reliably.
• Ability to recognize abnormal conditions and report them.
• Ability to work safely around wastewater, pumps, chemicals, equipment, and electrical panels within training limits.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move tools, pumps, hoses, parts, lids, and equipment up to 50lbs regularly and up to 75lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work around odors, wastewater, chemicals, mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, confined areas, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to use a phone, tablet, or computer for photos, notes, timekeeping, reports, and communication.
• Ability to follow PEAK policies, safety procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability and willingness to participate in on‑call rotation and respond to after‑hours calls, alarms, and emergencies.

Join our team to innovate the future of water and wastewater. You’ll collaborate with coworkers who are the best and the brightest, challenge yourself on exciting work, and help build the best water and wastewater platform company in the U.S.

Peak Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.