Water Management Equipment Technician

Phigenics; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Phigenics is searching for a Water Management Equipment Technician in Milwaukee, WI. The role includes providing service and account management support, performing water tests, and maintaining equipment for clients. Ideal candidates should possess a background in science or engineering and excellent communication skills.

This part-time position is flexible, requiring 30-40 hours per month, and may involve traveling to client sites. Responsibilities include analyzing water data and potentially mentoring peers.

Qualifications

• Candidates must live in or near Milwaukee, WI.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide service and account management support for clients.
• Perform water tests and maintain equipment.
• Analyze microbiological and water chemistry data.

Skills

Background in science, engineering, or mathematics

Ability to learn to use water measurement equipment

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated and directed

Strong desire to learn new concepts

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

Milwaukee, WI

Position Summary

Phigenics is seeking a candidate with a flexible schedule interested in working 30-40 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. Water Management Equipment Technician services 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 in or near Milwaukee, WI.

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. Some overnight travel might be involved. Driving radius – as much as 3 hours once per month, but typically within one hour of Milwaukee. 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.

Additional Information

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• 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.