Field Service Technician - Water & Waste Water Systems

Contec Projects (2017) Limited, a mechanical services company, is looking for a Field Service Technician - Water & Wastewater Systems to join our team. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of lift stations, pump systems, and water plants around Manitoba. The ideal candidate will have mechanical and/or electrical expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently, as well as communicate effectively with customers and municipal officials.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Respond to calls and texts from customers, including troubleshooting issues over the phone.
• Coordination & Scheduling: Contact clients to coordinate maintenance and schedule sub-trades required to execute the work
• Lift Station Maintenance: Perform regular cleaning, inspections, and maintenance of lift stations to ensure optimal operation
• Treatment Plant Maintenance: Inspect pumps, mixers, diffusers, valves, piping systems, provide recommendations for maintenance, and provide on-site repairs
• Piping Systems: Measure piping and determine layout for new headers, drop pipes, and valve locations. Create material lists and estimate project duration
• Electrical & Automation: Review and troubleshoot Miltronics, Multismart Controllers, PLC panels, relays, overloads and contactors
• Commissioning & Testing: Commission lift stations and conduct draw-down tests to ensure proper functionality.
• Equipment Management: Ensure the truck is stocked with necessary equipment and supplies, including safety gear (gloves, Tyvek suits, mask cartridges, hand tools, etc.)
• Supervision & Execution: Execute daily plan, work sequence and paperwork, completing tasks in an efficient and safety conscious manner
• Safety: Perform safety audits and monitor safety equipment and supplies
• Team Training: Train and mentor new employees working on your team.

Job Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle
• Punctual and available to work full-time and overtime, as needed
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), time management and organizational skills
• Ability to identify and manage opportunities and risks on the project with clients
• Must be able to work with little supervision; be self-directed
• Willing and able to work out of town overnight, on a limited basis
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Preferred Skills & Trade Qualifications

• Millwrights, Plumbers, Pipefitters: 5+ years’ experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, and piping.
• Water and Wastewater Treatment Operators: 5+ years’ experience with treatment processes, planning, maintenance, SCADA systems, lift station operation, process control, and control panels.
• Power Engineers: 2nd or 3rd Class with experience in lift station troubleshooting, maintenance, planning, project scheduling, electrical troubleshooting, commissioning, training, and supervision.

What we offer!

• Benefits: We care about the wellbeing of our employees so we offer competitive wages and a modern benefits package including health, dental and vision coverage.
• Family Time: Family is important, and that doesn’t change when you go to work! This position allows the flexibility to be home almost every night, with limited overnight stays.
• Autonomy: With adequate time and proven experience, you’ll have the flexibility to schedule your own work week! Create your schedule to meet client’s expectations and your own.

Please note that only those candidates considered in the process will be contacted.  We thank all those that apply!