Water Treatment Apprentice

Carroll Water•Dover, DE

About The Position

Carroll Water is seeking a Water Treatment Apprentice / Entry-Level Water Treatment Technician to join its growing team. This entry-level, hands-on role offers training alongside experienced technicians in the installation, service, troubleshooting, and maintenance of residential and commercial water treatment systems. No prior water treatment experience is required. The position provides paid training and an opportunity to develop technical skills and pursue advancement in a skilled trade. The apprentice works at customer homes and job sites throughout the service area, learning to handle water treatment equipment and related tools safely, perform routine maintenance, collect samples, assist with basic testing, and document work using company technology. The role involves customer interaction, maintaining vehicles and work areas, and participating in weekend/on-call rotations as required. It is physically active and includes indoor and outdoor work in varied weather and job-site conditions. Carroll Water is a family-owned and operated water treatment and well services company founded in 1983. The company serves residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial customers and describes its workplace as team-oriented, with opportunities for employee development and advancement. Employment offers are contingent on applicable pre-employment requirements, including background and driving-record checks and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Dependable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Professional communication and customer service skills.
Ability to follow instructions and company safety procedures.
Comfort working in a hands-on, physically active environment.
Ability to regularly lift and carry 50 pounds or more; stand and walk for extended periods; and frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb.
Ability to work in tight or confined spaces, on uneven terrain, and indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and other equipment; enter and exit company vehicles; and transport tools and materials.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, including a background check, motor vehicle/driving-record check, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in plumbing, HVAC, construction, mechanical work, electrical work, well or pump work, water treatment, maintenance, or general skilled trades; experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist experienced technicians with installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and maintaining water treatment systems.
Learn to work with water softeners, filtration systems, reverse osmosis systems, neutralizers, chemical treatment systems, and related equipment.
Assist with filter replacement and routine maintenance.
Collect water samples and assist with basic water testing.
Learn to use hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely.
Load, unload, and organize tools, equipment, and materials.
Keep company vehicles, tools, equipment, and job sites clean and organized.
Travel to customer homes and job sites throughout the service area.
Interact with customers professionally, courteously, and respectfully.
Follow company safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.
Participate in weekend/on-call rotations as required.
Learn and use company technology and job documentation systems.
Perform other duties as assigned.