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Job Title: Water Treatment Technician / Installer
Job Type: Full-time
Company: South Jersey Water Conditioning (SJ Water)
Location: [South Jersey / Regionally Based]
Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and skilled Water Treatment Technician / Installer to join our team at South Jersey Water Conditioning. In this role, you will perform on-site field testing, full installations, and routine maintenance of residential and commercial water purification systems. The ideal candidate has an excellent mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, a customer-first attitude, and a desire to grow a long-term career with a company that heavily invests in its people.
What You'll Do
- Install and Configure: Assemble and set up equipment like water softeners, reverse osmosis systems, iron filters, carbon tanks, and UV purification systems.
- Service & Maintenance: Diagnose and repair existing systems, complete filter changes, perform tank re-beds, and refill essential water-care chemical media (e.g., acid neutralizers).
- Water Quality Testing: Conduct initial water sample collection and testing at homes or business sites to diagnose water issues and recommend appropriate systems.
- Customer Education & Sales: Walk clients through how their new system works, explain maintenance protocols, and earn a 5% or 10% sales commission depending on the position.
- Field Administration: Keep detailed logs of service records, parts used, and job timelines on dispatch software. Maintain your company-provided vehicle and tools.
What We Are Looking For
- Background Check: Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check as part of our hiring process.
- Experience: 1β2 years of field experience in plumbing, water treatment, HVAC, or general mechanical home services is highly preferred.
- Licensing: A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is strictly required to operate company work trucks. Plumbing licenses or state water operator certifications are a major plus.
- Physical Fitness: Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs regularly, transport equipment, and maneuver comfortably through basements, crawlspaces, or utility rooms.
- Soft Skills: Excellent time management, punctuality, and clear, respectful communication with customers.
Total Compensation Package & Benefits
- At SJ Water, we invest in our people by offering a robust package of pay, benefits, perks, and growth opportunities that add significant value each year:
- Direct Pay & Incentives: Weekly paychecks, annual raises (field staff received a 2% increase this year), and quarterly profit sharing tied to company success.
- Paid Time Off & Holidays:
- At least 80 hours of vacation time annually (more with longevity).
- At least 16 hours of personal time annually.
- 5 sick days per NJ law.
- 8 paid holidays, which uniquely includes Black Friday and your birthday off as a paid holiday.
Health & Wellness:
- Affordable medical coverage: Employee pays just $141.80/month (about $1700/year).
- Company covers half of your deductible with a provided Benny Card.
- If you waive medical coverage, you still receive a $520 Benny Card.
- Dental and vision coverage at minimal cost to the employee, plus FSA & Aflac options.
- Retirement & Financial: 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company match, plus an annual Christmas Club Savings Match up to $100.
- Company-Paid Perks:
- A company vehicle provided for work and commuting (saving you fuel, insurance, and wear/tear costs on your personal vehicle).
- Up to $150 annually for safety boot reimbursement and free company-issued T-shirts.
- Education & Growth: Up to $500 per year in education reimbursement toward courses or certifications that benefit your role and career.
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Company truck
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $150 - $1,700