Field Technician

SUMMARY:
The purpose of this role is to conduct routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and day-to-day operations on localized potable water treatment systems.

POSITION INFO:

Field Technician - Pretoria/East Rand - R25,000 per month + company vehicle 

An opportunity exists for a practical, solutions-driven Field Technician to oversee the commissioning, servicing, and day-to-day operation of localized potable water treatment systems.

About Our Client

The company specializes in localized potable water treatment systems, package plants, and borehole filtration setups. They ensure the continuous delivery of safe drinking water that meets SANS 241 standards across various commercial, agricultural, and community sites.

The Role: Field Technician 

The purpose of this role is to conduct routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and day-to-day operations on localized potable water treatment systems. The focus areas include monitoring water quality compliance, managing chemical dosing systems, and responding to urgent field callouts to minimize system downtime for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize 2–4 years of experience to conduct routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on potable water treatment equipment including multimedia filters, carbon filters, water softeners, dosing pumps, and Reverse Osmosis membranes.

• Oversee the commissioning, servicing, and day-to-day operation of localized potable water treatment systems, package plants, and borehole filtration setups.

• Draw field samples and utilize portable test kits to monitor critical parameters to ensure compliance with SANS 241 guidelines.

• Monitor, replenish, and calibrate chemical dosing systems including coagulants, disinfectants, and antiscalants.

• Respond to urgent field callouts regarding plant breakdowns, pipe leakages, system faults, or water quality drops.

• Provide basic operational feedback and training to clients or local facility operators on-site.

• Travel extensively within the designated region to various commercial, agricultural, or community sites.

• Interact with PLC automation interfaces and telemetry systems.

About You

• 2–4 years of experience working directly with potable water purification systems, package plants, or water bottling facilities.

• N4–N6 in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering, or a National Diploma in Engineering or Water Care.

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, including basic wiring, pump repairs, and pipe fitting.

• Valid Code B or C1 driver''s licence and a willingness to travel extensively.

• Practical and solutions-driven approach to troubleshooting and maintenance.

• Experience with PLC automation interfaces and telemetry systems