Rentals Technician

Ott

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 34,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Ott, part of Veralto, seeks aRental Technician in Houston to calibrate, troubleshoot, and deploy environmental monitoring instruments. You will support sales and field teams, prepare rental orders, and ensure safety and quality standards are met at a fast-paced site.

The role requires electronics/instrumentation background, a valid driver's license, and a customer-first mindset. On-site work with potential travel supports client needs and technical service excellence.

Qualifications

Associate's degree or technical certification in electronics, instrumentation, or related field preferred.
Military technical training may substitute for formal education.
1+ years of experience in instrumentation, calibration, or technical service preferred
Experience with environmental monitoring instruments is highly desirable.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Customer-focused attitude with a commitment to high service standards.

Responsibilities

Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot a variety of environmental and gas detection instruments, in-house.
Perform routine inspections and diagnostics on rental fleet equipment to ensure peak performance and safety compliance.
Prepare instruments for rental orders, including functional checks and updates.
Assist with field service deployments, customer training, and onsite technical support.
Maintain accurate service records and documentation for equipment maintenance and calibrations.
Collaborate with sales and operations teams to meet customer needs and respond to urgent requests.
Support internal quality control processes and ensure equipment meets quality benchmarks.
Participate in ongoing training and development for new technologies and instrumentation.
Uphold company safety standards during all service procedures, both in shop and on-site.

Skills

Instrumentation experience

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Diagnostic skills

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in electronics/instrumentation

Job description

Job Summary

It’s possible with a role at Ott, where you’ll have the chance to shape the future of your career—and the future of our planet.

At Ott, a Veralto company, you’ll help protect the world’s water resources with trusted, decision‑ready intelligence. Join a team delivering decision‑ready intelligence that helps customers manage water with clarity and confidence—from one site to global networks.

As part of Ott and the broader Veralto network, you’ll do work that matters—helping deliver solutions with real‑world impact while building your skills and growing your career.

Key Highlights

Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impacton the world around you.
Growing your expertiseand expanding your skillset with every project.
Thriving in a supportive team environmentthat inspires you to strive for excellence.

Reporting & Location

Reporting to the General Manager, the Rental Technician is responsible for maintaining, calibrating, troubleshooting, and deploying environmental monitoring and industrial safety instrumentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to excellence in customer service and technical support. Provides technical expertise to sales representatives, resellers and customers during the sales process. Responsible for the development and use of a set of software tools to improve the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Quotations, Orders and Order Changes.

This position is part of the Technical Sales Support Department located in Houston, TX and will be on‑site.

Typical Day

Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot a variety of environmental and gas detection instruments, in‑house.
Perform routine inspections and diagnostics on rental fleet equipment to ensure peak performance and compliance with manufacturer and safety standards.
Prepare instruments for rental orders, including functional checks, firmware updates, cleanliness and performance verification.
Assist with field service deployments, customer training, and onsite technical support.
Maintain accurate service records and documentation for equipment maintenance, repairs, and calibrations.
Collaborate with sales and operations teams to meet customer needs and respond to urgent requests.
Support internal quality control processes and ensure that all outgoing equipment meets Ajax and In‑Situ quality benchmarks.
Participate in ongoing training and development for new technologies and instrumentation.
Uphold company safety standards during all service procedures, both in the shop and on‑site.

Requirements

Associate's degree or technical certification in electronics, instrumentation, or related field preferred.
Military technical training (e.g., avionics, electrical systems) may substitute for formal education.
1+ years of experience in instrumentation, calibration, or technical service preferred
Experience with environmental monitoring, construction services, or industrial gas detection instruments is highly desirable.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Customer-focused attitude with a commitment to high service standards.

About Ott / Veralto

Ott is proud to be part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5.5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way.

Compensation

US ONLY: The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $23 - $25 USD per hour. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal‑Opportunity & Accommodations

US residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@veralto.com to request accommodation.

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