Swat Project Technician

Rain For Rent; North Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) retirement savings plan

Competitive base salary

Nine paid holidays and generous PTO

Job summary

Rain for Rent in North Arlington, NJ is seeking a SWAT Project Technician to support project managers and crews on large, complex projects across the company. You will receive duties on site from the supervisor and coordinate field activities to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety policies, and strong communication with branch personnel, customers, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Communicate marketplace opportunities, status of competition, and new product opportunities to local and regional management.
• Coordinate to ensure Rain for Rent offers and delivers a consistent, well-organized, on time and under budget bypass pump projects.
• Perform job in a manner by representing the Company honestly and fairly with regard to maintaining good public relations with all customers, competitors, and vendors.
• Coordinate and communicate with branch personnel regarding product needs, availability, delivery, and project specifications.
• Promote cooperation and communication with all Rain for Rent personnel.
• Comply with all Company policy and procedures.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or EHS.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
• Other duties as assigned in support of the operation.

Job description

As a SWAT Project Technician you will ensure proper assistance is given to the Project Managers/Branch Managers and crews on large, complex projects throughout the company. Duties are assigned by the supervisor on site.

What we do:

At Rain for Rent, we move water—every day. As the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions, we’re recognized for our systems engineering expertise, cost-effective problem solving, and the high value we deliver to organizations facing critical liquid management challenges. Our experienced teams, supported by skilled engineers, are continually redefining what customers expect from a liquid handling provider. We design innovative equipment and harness cutting-edge technology to meet the demands of the toughest environments. From water handling and irrigation to temporary liquid storage, our solutions consistently exceed customer expectations for quality and service. We are committed to completing every project safely, efficiently, on time—and done right the first time.

To learn more about Rain for Rent please check out this short 2 minute YouTube video here.

Rain for Rent employees take great pride in being part of a family-owned company with a rich and enduring legacy. For over 91 years, we've delivered consistent, high-quality products and services to our customers. With more than 70 locations across the U.S., Canada, and the UK, Rain for Rent remains committed to excellence. Honesty and integrity are at the core of everything we do. Our dedicated team strives to exceed expectations through exceptional service and unwavering quality.

Summary:

As a SWAT Project Technician you will ensure proper assistance is given to the Project Managers/Branch Managers and crews on large, complex projects throughout the company. Duties are assigned by the supervisor on site.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate marketplace opportunities, status of competition, and new product opportunities to local and regional management.


• Coordinate to ensure Rain for Rent offers and delivers a consistent, well-organized, on time and under budget bypass pump projects.


• Perform job in a manner by representing the Company honestly and fairly with regard to maintaining good public relations with all customers, competitors, and vendors.


• Coordinate and communicate with branch personnel regarding product needs, availability, delivery, and project specifications.


• Promote cooperation and communication with all Rain for Rent personnel.


• Comply with all Company policy and procedures.


• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or EHS.


• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.


• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.


• Other duties as assigned in support of the operation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Depending on the project this position may have supervisory responsibilities. This position will be required to provide limited supervision to others through motivation, direction, review and feedback of assigned tasks. This position will be required to supervise/manage/direct the selection, training, development, and appraisal of personnel. Depending on the size of the project this position will have non-supervisory employees who report directly to this job.

Other Competencies:

Core competencies: Ethical stewardship, results oriented, teamwork, problem solving, interpersonal skills, functional expertise.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Safety certifications for job specific project and as required by end user.


• MSHA


• OSHA 40


• Haz Whopper


• Fusion Tech


• TWIC


• Passport

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is frequently required to use simple grasping, and power grasping with both hands, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. There are no special vision requirements. Depending on the type of the project the employee is frequently exposed to air contamination, vibrations, improperly illuminated awkward and confining workspace, working above ground where the possibility of falling exists and lifting or carrying items. Depending on the type of project the physical activity level can be from sedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature to extensive physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Matching 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Competitive base salary


• Nine paid holidays and a generous paid time off (PTO) program


• Tuition reimbursement to support continued education


• Company-sponsored training and career development opportunities


• Pet insurance and many other valuable perks

We are proud to support those who have served our country. We are honored to share that Rain for Rent has earned Military Friendly Employer Gold (MFE) Gold Designation for 2026! This is our fourth consecutive year being recognized, and our second year achieving Gold-level distinction. We are committed to hiring and supporting veterans.

The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.

• Rain for Rent does not accept 3rd party applicants**

Rain for Rent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affi