The importance of water can never be overestimated - it is the life blood of this planet and its inhabitants. However, not all water is clean enough for us to drink and use. This is where the water technician comes in. As a water technician, your purpose will be to oversee and maintain all equipment involved in a water treatment plant, to ensure the quality of water remains up to standards.
Some of the duties and responsibilities that you, as a water technician will be fulfilling include calibrating the machinery and collecting water samples to ensure the quality of water is up to standards and regulations. In addition, you will also adjust the level of different minerals and chemicals in the water and create reports based on your findings. Essential skills needed to succeed in this position include attention to detail, knowledge of federal and state water quality regulations, and communication.
To qualify for this position, you will need to attend either a year of vocational school training or two years of an associate's degree program. However, a high school diploma or a GED may suffice along with proven work experience. The average hourly pay for this position is $17.41, which amounts to more than $36,000 annually.
3. Maine
Total Water Technician Jobs:
157
Highest 10% Earn:
$51,000
Location Quotient:
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$46,913
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