Service Technician- As Needed/ On Call

National Water Services; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible on-call schedule

Independent contractor

Job summary

National Water Services (NWS — FreshPure Water Systems) is building a roster of Service Technicians in Woodstock, IL to dispatch on‑call when a machine needs diagnosis or repair. No licensing required—just hands‑on experience and problem‑solving, with flexible on‑demand work.

As an independent contractor, you’ll be paid $55/hr all‑inclusive (mileage and travel factored into the rate), with on‑call / as‑needed shifts and no minimum hours.

Qualifications

• Hands-on plumbing knowledge: water lines, valves, fittings, connections.
• Hands-on electrical knowledge: basic wiring, components, troubleshooting.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical equipment independently.

Responsibilities

• Respond to on‑call dispatches at retail locations in your area.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues on water vending equipment.
• Complete a service report with before and after photos at each visit.

Skills

Hands-on plumbing experience

Hands-on electrical experience

Mechanical repair ability

Valid driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Smartphone with camera

Job description

About this position

NWS — FreshPure Water Systems

Service Technician — On-Call / Gig

Got hands‑on plumbing and electrical experience? Looking for flexible on‑call work that pays well and fits around your schedule? This could be a great fit.

NWS operates water vending machines in retail stores across the country. We’re building a roster of Service Technicians in Woodstock, IL, to dispatch when a machine needs diagnosis or repair. No licensing required — just solid real‑world experience and the ability to figure out what’s wrong and fix it.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to on‑call dispatches at retail store locations in your area
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues on water vending equipment
• Complete a service report with before and after photos at each visit
• Communicate findings and repair status back to the NWS home office

Some jobs are a quick on‑site fix. Others may need a follow‑up visit. NWS handles all coordination with the store — you just focus on the repair.

What You Need

• Hands‑on experience with basic plumbing — water lines, valves, fittings, connections
• Hands‑on experience with basic electrical systems — wiring, components, troubleshooting
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical equipment on your own
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Smartphone with camera
• Available for on‑call dispatch in your local area

The Pay & Setup

• $55/hr all-inclusive — mileage and travel factored into your rate
• 1099 independent contractor — work on your own terms
• On‑call / as‑needed — no fixed schedule, no minimum hours
• Ideal side income if you’re already doing trade, maintenance, or repair work