Part-Time Water Management Equipment Technician

Phigenics; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-matched 401K

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Phigenics LLC is seeking a WMETs candidate to service existing clients in the Pittsburgh area and beyond, performing water tests, maintaining equipment, and contributing to Comprehensive Water Management Programs. The role requires self-motivation, the ability to work independently, and good communication.

Travel is expected within 300 miles with 2–3 overnight nights per month. A valid driver’s license is required, as are basic computer skills and a High School diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication abilities.
• Strong self-motivation and capacity to work independently.
• Basic computer skills and reliability with data entry.

Responsibilities

• Work 40-80 hours per month during normal business hours in Pittsburgh, PA metro area and beyond.
• Service existing clients by taking water tests and maintaining equipment.
• Assist in maintaining Comprehensive Water Management Programs by analyzing microbiological data and water chemistry data.
• May perform minor maintenance on monitoring equipment; take on-site readings and collect water samples for lab testing.
• Mentor or train peers once fully trained; travel within a 300-mile radius; 2–3 overnight travel nights per month.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Independent work

Computer basics

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college in Chemistry or Biology

Tools

None

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

Pittsburgh, PA

Position Summary

Phigenics is seeking a candidate with a flexible schedule interested in working 40-80 hours per month on average, DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area and beyond. 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. Travel within a 300-mile radius is expected. 2-3 overnight travel nights per month are expected. An employer-matched 401K plan is offered, and mileage reimbursement is available! The position requires self-motivation and the capacity to work independently. Must have excellent communication abilities and basic computer skills. The job often requires a great deal of walking around client sites, may include climbing stairs or ladders, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds. High School Diploma or GED required. Some college courses in Chemistry or Biology are a plus. A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for at least two years are required.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• working 40-80 hours per month on average, DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area and beyond.
• 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.
• Travel within a 300-mile radius is expected.
• 2-3 overnight travel nights per month are expected.
• The position requires self-motivation and the capacity to work independently.
• Must have excellent communication abilities and basic computer skills.
• The job often requires a great deal of walking around client sites, may include climbing stairs or ladders, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some college courses in Chemistry or Biology are a plus.
• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for at least two years are required.

Benefits

• An employer-matched 401K plan is offered, and mileage reimbursement is available!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Phigenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage 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.