Water Leak Detection Technician (73796)

Valcourt Group; Manalapan Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Valcourt Group is seeking a Field Technician to perform hands-on construction work on commercial waterproofing, façade restoration, concrete repair, and building-envelope projects across active sites.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in both vertical and horizontal specialty construction environments, with experience on building façades, parking garages, balconies, plaza decks, rooftops, and other commercial structures.

Qualifications

• Prior construction, waterproofing, concrete, restoration, masonry, roofing or related field experience preferred.
• Willing to learn about commercial waterproofing, façade restoration, concrete repair, and building-envelope systems.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a field crew.
• Able to use hand tools, power tools and small construction equipment.
• Physically demanding work in active construction environments.
• Strong emphasis on safety, workmanship and jobsite organization.
• Comfortable working at heights in parking garages, rooftops, façades, plaza decks and pool decks.
• Experience with scaffolding, aerial lifts, rigging or swing stages is a plus.
• Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial waterproofing, concrete repair, façade restoration, and related specialty construction work.
• Follow daily instructions provided by the Foreman, Superintendent, or Project Manager.
• Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and according to project plans, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Assist with jobsite setup, mobilization, protection, material staging, cleanup, and demobilization.
• Prepare work areas and surfaces for waterproofing, coating, sealant, and concrete repair applications.
• Remove damaged concrete, coatings, sealants, and other existing materials using hand and power tools.
• Perform grinding, chipping, scraping, cleaning, pressure washing, and other surface preparation activities.
• Assist with concrete forming, reinforcing steel installation, patching, repair mortar placement, finishing, and curing.
• Install or assist with the installation of waterproofing membranes, coatings, sealants, expansion joints, traffic-bearing systems, and related materials.
• Assist with crack repair, epoxy injection, joint preparation, caulking, and sealant installation.
• Assist with scaffolding, aerial lifts, swing stages, rigging systems, ladders, and other access equipment as trained and authorized.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Work cooperatively with Foremen, Superintendents, other technicians, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Joint sealants and caulking, expansion joint installation and repair, crack repair and epoxy injection, masonry and exterior envelope repairs

Skills

Construction experience

Waterproofing exp

Building envelope

Follow instructions

Tools use

Physical stamina

Safety focus

Working at heights

Scaffolding experience

Bilingual EN/SP

Driver license

Job description

The Field Technician performs hands-on construction work on commercial waterproofing, façade restoration, concrete repair, and building-envelope projects.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, comfortable working in active construction environments, and willing to perform both vertical and horizontal specialty construction work. Projects may include building façades, parking garages, balconies, plaza decks, pool decks, rooftops, and other commercial structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform commercial waterproofing, concrete repair, façade restoration, and related specialty construction work.


• Follow daily instructions provided by the Foreman, Superintendent, or Project Manager.


• Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and according to project plans, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.


• Assist with jobsite setup, mobilization, protection, material staging, cleanup, and demobilization.


• Prepare work areas and surfaces for waterproofing, coating, sealant, and concrete repair applications.


• Remove damaged concrete, coatings, sealants, and other existing materials using hand and power tools.


• Perform grinding, chipping, scraping, cleaning, pressure washing, and other surface preparation activities.


• Assist with concrete forming, reinforcing steel installation, patching, repair mortar placement, finishing, and curing.


• Install or assist with the installation of waterproofing membranes, coatings, sealants, expansion joints, traffic-bearing systems, and related materials.


• Assist with crack repair, epoxy injection, joint preparation, caulking, and sealant installation.


• Assist with scaffolding, aerial lifts, swing stages, rigging systems, ladders, and other access equipment as trained and authorized.


• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.


• Work cooperatively with Foremen, Superintendents, other technicians, subcontractors, and project partners.


• Joint sealants and caulking, expansion joint installation and repair, crack repair and epoxy injection, masonry and exterior envelope repairs

Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Previous construction, waterproofing, concrete, restoration, masonry, roofing, or related field experience preferred.


• Willingness to learn about commercial waterproofing, façade restoration, concrete repair, and building-envelope systems.


• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a field crew.


• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and small construction equipment.


• Ability to perform physically demanding work in active construction environments.


• Strong attention to safety, workmanship, and jobsite organization.


• Comfortable working at heights, in parking garages, rooftops, balconies, façades, plaza decks, and pool decks.


• Experience with scaffolding, aerial lifts, rigging, or swing stages is a plus.


• Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills are a plus.


• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record preferred.

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, an activities may change at any time with or without notice.