Water Treatment Equipment Technician
- Amarillo, TX
- Regional Travel
- Full-Time
Spartan Boiler & Mechanical is the premier commercial and industrial mechanical contractor specializing in boiler systems, steam plant construction, process piping, water treatment equipment, and critical mechanical systems throughout the Central United States.
We are seeking a Water Treatment Equipment Technician to install, service, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial and industrial water treatment equipment.
This position works extensively with commercial and industrial water softeners, reverse osmosis systems, sediment filters, activated carbon filters, greensand filters, multimedia filtration systems, chemical feed equipment, pumps, valves, controls, and related piping and mechanical equipment.
Much of this equipment supports commercial and industrial boiler plants, where properly treated makeup and feedwater are critical to boiler reliability, efficiency, and service life.
Our technicians work on equipment ranging from relatively straightforward softeners and filtration systems to larger multi-tank treatment systems incorporating automatic control valves, chemical feed equipment, reverse osmosis systems, pumps, instrumentation, and electronic controls.
The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, comfortable troubleshooting electrical and mechanical equipment, capable of performing clean and professional piping installations, and interested in understanding the water chemistry behind the equipment being serviced.
Previous water treatment experience is preferred, but it is not required for a candidate with a strong mechanical, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, industrial maintenance, or equipment-service background.
We can teach water treatment. We need someone who already knows how to work with their hands, solve problems, and that takes pride in the quality of their work.
What You'll Do
Install, service, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial and industrial water treatment equipment
Service single, duplex, twin-alternating, and multi-tank water softener systems
Troubleshoot softener control valves, meters, injectors, brine valves, brine tanks, actuators, and electronic controllers
Replace and install ion-exchange resin, gravel support beds, activated carbon, greensand, multimedia, and other treatment media
Install, service, and troubleshoot reverse osmosis systems, including membranes, membrane housings, prefiltration, pumps, pressure controls, flow controls, instrumentation, and associated equipment
Install and service sediment, cartridge, activated carbon, greensand, and multimedia filtration systems
Diagnose treatment problems involving hardness leakage, iron, manganese, sediment, chlorine, pressure drop, flow restriction, insufficient regeneration, excessive salt consumption, and poor equipment performance
Install and service chemical feed pumps, solution tanks, controllers, injection assemblies, and associated tubing and piping
Perform field water testing to evaluate raw water, treated water, and equipment performance
Troubleshoot pumps, motors, VFDs, solenoid valves, actuated valves, switches, sensors, and basic electrical control circuits
Perform basic electrical and controls troubleshooting using a digital multimeter
Program and configure automatic water treatment controllers and equipment
Read piping diagrams, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and manufacturer documentation
Install and modify PVC, CPVC, copper, stainless steel, threaded steel, and other applicable piping systems
Perform equipment startup, commissioning, regeneration, flushing, sanitization, and operational verification
Produce installations that are clean, plumb, level, square, properly supported, and professionally finished
Perform preventive maintenance and identify developing equipment problems before failure
Assist with boiler feedwater and related boiler-room mechanical equipment when required
Communicate directly and professionally with customers and facility personnel
Document water-test results, equipment condition, repairs performed, parts and media used, and recommended corrective action
Maintain company vehicles, tools, test equipment, and assigned inventory
Travel throughout Spartan's service territory as required
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with plumbing, mechanical equipment, industrial maintenance, HVAC, water treatment, or equipment service
Ability to safely and effectively use common hand and power tools
Basic understanding of piping, valves, pumps, and mechanical equipment
Ability to use a digital multimeter for basic electrical troubleshooting
Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic layout and installation work
Ability to read equipment manuals, piping diagrams, and basic electrical schematics
Ability and willingness to learn basic water chemistry and understand how water quality affects treatment and mechanical equipment
Ability to systematically troubleshoot equipment rather than simply replace components
Basic computer competency and ability to complete electronic service documentation
Ability to perform physically demanding field work, including lifting equipment, treatment media, salt, tools, and materials
Ability to work independently after appropriate training
Ability to communicate professionally with customers and facility personnel
Willingness to travel overnight when required
Demonstrated history of dependable employment
Preferred Qualifications
Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience involving:
Commercial or industrial water treatment equipment
Water softeners and ion-exchange systems
Water softener control valves and electronic controllers
Reverse osmosis systems
RO membranes, pressure vessels, pumps, and controls
Sediment and cartridge filtration
Activated carbon filtration
Greensand filtration
Multimedia filtration systems
Ion-exchange resin and treatment media replacement
Chemical feed systems
Water testing and basic water chemistry
Boiler water treatment and boiler feedwater systems
Pumps and pump controls
VFDs and motor controls
Solenoid and actuated valves
Commercial plumbing or industrial pipefitting
PVC, CPVC, copper, stainless steel, and threaded piping
Electrical and controls troubleshooting
Commercial HVAC or mechanical service
Industrial maintenance
Equipment startup and commissioning
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
Manufacturer-specific water treatment equipment training
Prior military technical experience, particularly Navy MM, EN, EM, or Seabee UT ratings; Army 91C, 91D, 12K, or similar mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, utilities, or equipment-maintenance specialties
Benefits include:
100% employer-paid employee health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
Health Savings Account
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Accrued Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company-provided specialty tools and test equipment
Company service vehicle for applicable field-service positions
Paid technical and manufacturer training
Opportunities to develop advanced water treatment, boiler, controls, and mechanical service skills
Grow Beyond Water Treatment Equipment
A good water treatment technician shouldn't just know how to make a softener regenerate. We want our technicians to understand why the equipment is there, what it is removing from the water, how it accomplishes that treatment, and what happens to the customer's equipment when treatment isn't working properly.
We don't expect a candidate to arrive knowing every control valve, RO system, filtration system, chemical pump, controller, or piece of treatment equipment we encounter.
We do expect someone with the mechanical fundamentals and curiosity necessary to figure things out.
If you can understand how equipment works, read the manual, use your meter, follow the piping, and systematically troubleshoot a problem, we can teach you the water treatment side.
Spartan provides opportunities for continued development in:
Water Chemistry and Field Water Testing
Water Softening and Ion Exchange
Regeneration Systems and Controls
Reverse Osmosis Systems
Membrane Technology and RO Troubleshooting
Sediment, Carbon, Greensand, and Multi-media Filtration
Chemical Feed Systems
Pumps, Motors, and VFDs
Electrical and Controls Troubleshooting
Boiler Feedwater Systems
Boiler Operation and Waterside Fundamentals
Steam and Hydronic Systems
Equipment Startup and Commissioning
Manufacturer-Specific Equipment Training
For technicians who want to continue advancing, this position also provides a path into the broader boiler, controls, and mechanical service work performed by Spartan.
We expect our technicians to continue expanding their capabilities throughout their careers.
All employment inquiries and applications are handled confidentially.
$20.00 - $35.00/hr - Based on experience and demonstrated capability.
READY TO JOIN SPARTAN?
If your experience and work ethic align with what we're looking for, we'd like to hear from you. Complete the application below and attach your résumé for consideration.