Technician Apprentice

Job Title

American Leak Detection is seeking a mechanically inclined and highly motivated individual who wants to learn more about finding and fixing concealed leaks.

This is a full-time position. Travel in work vehicles throughout the Columbus and surrounding area. Work Week: Monday - Friday; 9am - 5:00pm, some days 8am to later depending on jobsite locations and time of year. Pay is commensurate with experience / competency-based pay. Pay increase will be considered after training is completed, based on job performance. Additional bonus pay after training is completed, based on job performance and sales etc.

What We Offer

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays/off
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company matching
• Competitive salaries
• Team environment
• Team and individual bonus incentives

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the day to day operations of inspections and services for all aspects of finding and fixing leaks
• Assists in leak detection on piping systems, pools and spas, and use of electronic equipment and inert gases
• Communicates with management, colleagues, and customers in a timely manner
• Assist in the test of parts and equipment, as well as in the maintaining of proper parts and equipment stock levels
• Use of power tools and equipment necessary
• Provides professional courteous customer service at all times

Qualifications

• Must be capable of moving/lifting up to 100 pounds
• Ability to swim
• Ability to tolerate heights & ladders
• Mechanical background is a plus
• Power tool experience is a plus
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to travel at times as well as overnight stays
• Ability to travel on a daily basis from the home "shop" for scheduled jobs
• You must be able to pass a background check
• High School or equivalent (Required)
• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• Working mobile phone (Required)

Work experience required. Must have good customer service skills. Work will be primarily in the Columbus, OH and surrounding area. Some weekends/nights possible for commercial projects on a volunteer basis with additional pay. Expect some travel out of the metro area.

Candidates with prior plumbing and/or pool experience preferred. Candidates with the ability to problem solve are highly desirable.

Duties will include:

Book reading, familiarizing yourself with the industry On-the-job training using highly specialized electronic and sonar equipment to pinpoint water leaks on a variety of plumbing systems and settings. An apprentice candidate will be required to demonstrate an ability to use computer technologies to maintain work flow and test results. Good written communication skills are preferred. This company follows current COVID-19 guidelines and precautions. You will be required to sign a non disclosure agreement upon being hired.

Fully trained technician will be able to locate leaks on residential domestic/supply water plumbing systems and on pool plumbing systems and pool structures using specialized equipment. Technician will be trained as needed using diving equipment. Technicians will also be able to work well with others on larger commercial leak detection projects for both supply water and pools.

This is based on a 90 day probationary period- after the 90 days an evaluation of employment & pay will be discussed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma