Part-Time Water Management Equipment Technician

Phigenics, LLC; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Phigenics is seeking a Water Management Equipment Technician (WMET) to support clients regionally. You will collect samples, operate and maintain water-testing equipment, and help sustain Comprehensive Water Management Programs by analyzing microbiological and chemistry data while addressing client requests promptly.

Role requires living near Des Moines, IA, with travel to client sites within ~300 miles, occasional overnight stays, PPE usage, and potential mentoring after training.

Qualifications

• Background in science, engineering, or mathematics preferred.
• Ability to learn how to use equipment that measures pH, temperature, and residual oxidant in water.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide service and account management support for clients in a region.
• Take water tests and maintain monitoring equipment.
• Analyze microbiological and water chemistry data for Comprehensive Water Management Programs.
• Respond quickly, professionally, and accurately to client requests.
• Mentor or train peers once fully trained.

Skills

Science/engineering background

Learn water measurement equipment

Interpersonal communication

Presentation & facilitation

Self-motivated

Willingness to learn

Ethical standards & diversity

Adaptability & multitasking

MS Office / Gmail / Google apps

Job description

Company Summary

Phigenics provides independent expert guidance and advanced technologies to our clients to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall safety of water systems. Our clients include a diverse mix of industry leaders in healthcare, hospitality, government, higher education, retail, and manufacturing facilities. Phigenics does not sell water treatment chemicals and is not biased toward any treatment technology or supplier.

Location: Des Moines, IA

Company Summary

Phigenics provides independent expert guidance and advanced technologies to our clients to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall safety of water systems. Our clients include a diverse mix of industry leaders in healthcare, hospitality, government, higher education, retail, and manufacturing facilities. Phigenics does not sell water treatment chemicals and is not biased toward any treatment technology or supplier.

Position Summary

Phigenics is seeking a candidate with a flexible schedule interested in working 55-60 hours per month. Water Management Equipment Technicians (WMETs) will report to the Director of Field Services and provide service and account management support for clients in a region. WMETs service existing clients by taking water tests, maintaining equipment, and assisting in maintaining Comprehensive Water Management Programs by analyzing microbiological and water chemistry data and responding quickly, professionally, and accurately to client requests. WMETs may be asked to perform minor maintenance on water monitoring equipment, take on-site readings via testing instruments (i.e., chlorine, temperature, and pH readings), and collect building water samples to be sent to a lab for cultures. Once fully trained, the employee may be expected to mentor or train peers to ensure consistent knowledge sharing and team development. Candidates must live near Des Moines, IA.

Skills And Qualifications

• Background in science, engineering, or mathematics preferred
• Ability to learn how to use equipment that measures pH, temperature, and residual oxidant in water
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Self-motivated and directed. "Can do" attitude
• Strong desire to learn new concepts
• Demonstrate commitment to high ethical standards and a diverse workplace
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, continually changing business and work environment while managing multiple priorities
• Understand and use MS Office, Gmail, and various Google applications

Work Environment / Travel

Position requires traveling to client sites in a region, servicing equipment, and collecting water samples. Travel radius is approximately 300 miles from Des Moines, IA. There is overnight travel expected on an average of 1 time per month. Mileage reimbursement is available. The wearing of PPE is sometimes required. The position often requires a great deal of walking around client sites, may include climbing stairs or ladders, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds. May provide occasional support in other regions.

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Phigenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alien age or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.