What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Leak Detection Technician (73796) position at Valcourt Group?
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
Required Skills and Qualifications
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
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.