Apprentice Water Treatment

Carroll Water • Chantilly, VA

6d

About The Position

Carroll Water is hiring an entry-level Water Treatment Apprentice to learn the installation, servicing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of residential and commercial water treatment systems. No prior water treatment experience is required. The apprentice works alongside experienced technicians and receives hands-on training to develop technical skills and build a career in a skilled trade. The role involves travel to customer homes and job sites throughout the service area, customer interaction, maintaining vehicles and equipment, and participation in weekend/on-call rotations as required. This physically active position includes indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions and requires safe use of tools and equipment. Carroll Water is a family-owned company founded in 1983 that provides water well and water treatment services.

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.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb.
• Ability to work in tight or confined spaces when required.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain and at residential and commercial job sites.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and other equipment.
• Ability to safely 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 is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced technicians with installation, service, troubleshooting, and maintenance of water treatment systems.
• Learn to work with water softeners, filtration systems, reverse osmosis systems, neutralizers, chemical treatment systems, and related equipment.
• Assist with replacing filters and performing 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.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Paid hands-on training
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Company-paid training and certifications
• Opportunities for advancement
• Opportunities to develop skilled-trade experience
• Team-oriented work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed