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Field Technician I — Flushing Services (Entry Level)
Data Center Piping Flushing Services | Full-Time | Maryland-Based Position - Extensive Travel Required

Clear Creek DCS, Inc.

Position Summary

The Field Technician I supports the installation and operation of temporary flushing systems used to clean and flush facility water piping and technology cooling system (TCS) loop piping at data centers. Working under the direction of experienced technicians and a crew lead, the Field Technician I assists with equipment setup, system operation, sampling, and demobilization while learning company flushing procedures, water chemistry fundamentals, and job-site safety practices. This is an entry-level position with a defined path for advancement; no prior flushing experience is required.

Job Duties

• Assist with the loading, unloading, staging, and setup of flushing equipment, including pump skids, filtration units, hoses, temporary piping, and instrumentation.

• Help install and connect temporary flushing equipment to facility and TCS loop piping systems under the direction of senior technicians.

• Monitor pumps, gauges, flow meters, and filtration equipment during flushing operations and report abnormal readings to the crew lead.

• Change filter bags and cartridges and assist with maintaining differential pressure across filtration equipment.

• Collect water samples at designated intervals and assist with basic field water quality testing.

• Perform routine care and cleaning of tools, hoses, fittings, and equipment; assist with equipment demobilization and site restoration.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; participate in daily toolbox talks and job hazard analyses.

• Complete field paperwork such as equipment checklists and shift logs accurately and legibly.

• Follow all company, client, and site-specific safety policies and procedures at all times.

• Actively participate in on-the-job training to develop knowledge of flushing procedures, piping systems, and water chemistry.

Location Requirement

This position is based in Maryland. Applicants must reside in Maryland or be willing to relocate to Maryland prior to their start date. While this is a Maryland-based position, employees will travel extensively to project sites throughout the United States. Travel assignments may last several weeks or months, with travel expenses paid in accordance with company policy.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through work experience, vocational coursework, or hands-on hobbies (e.g., automotive, plumbing, agriculture, general construction).

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen; data center sites require ongoing badging and screening.

• Ability to travel extensively (up to 100%) to project sites for extended assignments.

• Basic computer skills sufficient to complete digital forms and logs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in construction, mechanical trades, landscaping/irrigation, water treatment, or similar hands-on work.

• OSHA 10 certification (company will provide if not held).

• Forklift, scissor lift, or similar equipment operation experience.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed at active data center construction sites and operating mission-critical facilities.

• Regular exposure to construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, vibration, temperature extremes, wet surfaces, and energized mechanical equipment.

• Requires standing, walking, climbing ladders and stairs, kneeling, and working in confined mechanical spaces for extended periods.

• Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 75 lbs., including pumps, hoses, filter housings, and temporary piping components.

• Personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, and site-specific PPE) is required at all times on site.

• Shifts are typically 10–12 hours; night, weekend, and holiday work is required to meet project and commissioning schedules.

• Work involves handling water treatment and cleaning chemicals in accordance with safety data sheets (SDS) and company procedures.

• Extensive overnight travel is required; assignments may last several weeks to several months at a single project site.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Clear Creek DCS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.