Lead Industrial Water Treatment Technician – Field Operations

Proactive Environmental Solutions is seeking an experienced, mechanically skilled *Lead Industrial Water Treatment Technician* to support the deployment, operation in field, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial water treatment systems at customer sites.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with industrial water treatment, wastewater treatment, dewatering, or related fluid-handling systems, preferably within the *oil & gas, mining, or heavy industrial sectors*.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role requiring strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently in demanding field environments, and the confidence to coordinate field activities and provide technical support to customers.

The position involves approximately *40–50% travel*, including remote industrial sites. Between field assignments, the successful candidate will support equipment maintenance, testing, and preparation at our Calgary shop.

Key Responsibilities

*Field Operations & Technical Service*

* Mobilize to industrial customer sites to install, set up, commission, operate, and demobilize industrial water treatment equipment.
* Operate, monitor, and adjust water treatment, filtration, and dewatering systems to maintain safe and efficient performance.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, operational, and equipment issues involving pumps, piping, valves, filtration systems, and related components.
* Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, servicing, and equipment repairs to minimize downtime.
* Identify potential equipment failures and implement practical solutions to maintain reliable operations.
* Coordinate field personnel and daily site activities as required, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
* Train customers on proper equipment operation and provide ongoing technical and operational support.
* Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for clients and contractors, ensuring professional communication and strong working relationships.
* Follow company and customer safety procedures, including completion of site-specific safety documentation.
* Complete accurate field reports, maintenance records, and equipment documentation.

*Shop Operations & Equipment Support*

* Assist senior shop personnel with equipment inspection, cleaning, servicing, troubleshooting, testing, and repairs between field assignments.
* Prepare pumps, piping, hoses, filtration systems, controls, and related equipment for deployment.
* Assist with equipment staging, loading, unloading, and inventory preparation.
* Support the operations team in maintaining equipment readiness and a safe, organized shop environment.

Required Qualifications

* *Direct hands-on experience operating, maintaining, servicing, or troubleshooting industrial water treatment, wastewater treatment, dewatering, or closely related industrial fluid-handling systems.*
* Practical field experience in oil & gas, mining, or other heavy industrial environments.
* Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills involving industrial pumps, piping, valves, filtration systems, and related equipment.
* Experience with industrial equipment installation, commissioning, operation, and preventive maintenance.
* Ability to independently assess equipment problems, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
* Strong understanding of industrial safety practices and site operating procedures.
* Ability to coordinate field activities, work independently, and adapt to changing site conditions.
* Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and customer service skills.
* Willingness and ability to travel approximately *40–50% of the time*, including remote field assignments.
* Valid driver's licence and satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience with temporary or mobile industrial water treatment and filtration systems.
* Experience in industrial wastewater treatment, dewatering, and water management applications.
* Previous experience as a Lead Operator, Field Service Technician, Field Supervisor, or similar technical field leadership role.
* Knowledge of electrical controls, instrumentation, and industrial process equipment.
* Experience training customers or coordinating field crews.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a *hands-on industrial water treatment professional* who is mechanically capable, dependable, safety-conscious, and comfortable taking ownership of field operations.

The successful candidate will have practical experience working directly with industrial equipment, resolving operational challenges, and supporting customers in demanding field environments.

*This position is best suited to someone with a strong technical and operational background who enjoys working in the field, rather than a primarily office-based project management role.*



Experience:
* Industrial Water Treatment : 2 years (required)

Willingness to travel:
* 50% (required)

Work Location: In person