Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Driver's License, GPS (Global Positioning System), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Green Business, Hand Tools, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Hydraulic Engineering, Legal, OSHA, Quality Management, Spatial Data, Stewardship, Team Lead/Manager, United States Department of Transportation (DOT), Vision Plan
LOCATION
Houston, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
Equix Integrity provides services to the Water/Wastewater collection systems industry, to both the public and private sectors. Our team of professionals have decades of experience in the Clean & TV, Inspection, Rehabilitation and Cross Bore markets. We have a current opening for a Water Valve Technician
The Water Valve Technician is responsible for field inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance of water distribution valves as part of an infrastructure assessment project. This role will involve locating, exercising (open & close), and evaluating the water valves and documenting the conditions for municipal reporting.
Our Core Values:
Safety Culture – We foster a safety culture placing the protection of our people and the general public above all else
Cohesive Teams – We build cohesive teams by communicating in an open, honest, and respectful manner. We embrace diverse perspectives and encourage ideas and innovation.
Integrity & Professionalism – Our teams act with integrity and professionalism by holding one another accountable for our actions and works. We do what we say, the FIRST time.
Customer and Stakeholder Support – We support and foster long term relationships with our customers and stakeholders. We are constantly trying to improve quality and advance the industries we work in and personnel we work with.
Environmental Stewardship – We strive to protect the natural environment through conversation and sustainable practices. It is of utmost importance to us to leave the ground we traverse better than when we got there.
Responsibilities:
Locate water valves using GIS mapping and utility locators
Clean out valve boxes and remove debris as needed
Exercise valves (open/close) using manual tools or hydraulic equipment
Assist with hydrant flushing and bacis line isolation testing
Document findings, including GPS data, photos, and condition reports
Report damage or non-operational valves for repair follow-up
Follow all safety protocols, including PPE and traffic control requirements
Requirements:
High School diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand tools
Ability to work outdoors and in all weather conditions
Physically capable of lifting, bending, and performing field labor
Experience with water distribution systems or valves is preferred
Prior valve exercising or utility inspection experience is preferred
TWIC card
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
TCEQ water license (preferred for municipal work)
Experience working with GIS or digital field data systems
Equix offers:
Multiple medical plan options
Weekly pay
Wellness program
Dental and vision plans
FSA and HSA options
401k savings plan with employer match
Financial protection products
Short and long term disability, life, accident, critical illness
Legal shield and ID theft plans
Employer-paid life insurance
Paid Time Off and paid holidays
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
Candidates must pass pre-employment screenings that may include a drug test, background check, reference checks, and driver's license check with an acceptable driving record. Equix is an Equal Opportunity Employer, D.O.T. drug testing participant, and e-Verify participant. We encourage minorities, women, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply.