Water Systems Technician: Essential Community Service + Vehicle

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle
Professional development
Stable employment
Safety training
Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Water Systems Technician to maintain water treatment and distribution systems, install pumps, filtration, piping, and related infrastructure.

You will perform inspections, preventative maintenance, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, monitor water quality, read schematics, and respond to emergencies, while upholding safety.

This role offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle for site visits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as Water Systems Technician or in a related field.
  • Knowledge of water treatment processes, pumps and distribution systems.
  • Ability to read technical diagrams and operational manuals.
  • Valid driver’s license and commitment to safety protocols.
  • Physical ability to perform manual tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Install, operate, and maintain water treatment and pumping equipment.
  • Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on water systems and infrastructure.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues with pumps, valves, and filtration units.
  • Monitor water quality parameters and adjust treatment processes as needed.
  • Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
  • Respond to emergency service calls related to water system malfunctions.

Skills

Water system maintenance
Troubleshooting and diagnostics
Reading schematics
Manual dexterity
Safety protocols
Driver's license

Education

Relevant water management or plumbing qualification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment
Hand tools
Power tools
Pumps and filtration equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Water Systems Technician to maintain water treatment and distribution systems, install pumps, filtration, piping, and related infrastructure.

You will perform inspections, preventative maintenance, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, monitor water quality, read schematics, and respond to emergencies, while upholding safety.

This role offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle for site visits, and opportunities for professional development.

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