Water Technician Trainee - Paid Training & Career Path

Hydromax-US; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Smartphone + laptop

Uniform & PPE

Overtime opportunities

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

401K with match after 6 months

Career advancement

Job summary

Hydromax USA is hiring a Water Technician Trainee in Topeka, KS. This entry-level program focuses on Valve Exercise, Fire Hydrant Maintenance, or Blowoff Maintenance, with a clear path to Water Technician 1 after meeting expectations.

The role requires outdoor field work, safety-conscious decisions, and progression through hands-on training with potential for advancement and overtime opportunities. Weekly pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Able to pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening (required as a condition of employment).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a valid DOT Medical Certification, as required by specific project locations.
• Physically capable of performing field work, including walking over varied terrain, entering confined spaces, bending, squatting, and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds for extended periods.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and in physically demanding environments.
• Willing and able to travel as needed based on project requirements, including weekends and occasional night shifts.
• Proficient in using mobile devices and field data collection applications.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound, safety-conscious decisions that may impact the public.
• Capable of operating and maneuvering a 4x4 2500 series truck in off-road or challenging conditions.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and committed to high ethical work standards.
• Employees may be assigned additional duties, responsibilities, projects, work locations, or tasks based on operational and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect GPS coordinates for all assigned assets.
• Safely operate, maintain, and clean all equipment.
• Gather precise data from each inspection point.
• Maintain consistent productivity and discipline throughout the workday.
• Achieve and uphold a driving score of A-90 or above, in accordance with the company’s driver performance system.
• Properly use PPE and follow work zone safety protocols on a daily basis.
• Paint, scrape, and clean fire hydrants to meet project standards.
• Perform repairs on fire hydrants and water main valve operating nuts.
• Maintain open and effective communication with support staff and field managers each day.

Skills

GPS data collection

Driver safety

Equipment maintenance

Mobile data apps

Team communication

Job description

Hydromax USA is hiring a Water Technician Trainee in Topeka, KS. This entry-level program focuses on Valve Exercise, Fire Hydrant Maintenance, or Blowoff Maintenance, with a clear path to Water Technician 1 after meeting expectations.

The role requires outdoor field work, safety-conscious decisions, and progression through hands-on training with potential for advancement and overtime opportunities. Weekly pay and benefits are provided.