Field Technician

Ecolab is a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services, committed to making the world cleaner, safer, and healthier. With over 48,000 associates worldwide, Ecolab serves nearly three million customer locations, bringing comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights, and world-class service to advance food safety, protect health, and maintain clean and safe environments. The company operates across diverse sectors including food and beverage, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, and manufacturing industries in more than 170 countries. Ecolab’s innovative approach integrates environmental sustainability with operational efficiency, helping customers optimize water and energy use, enhance productivity, and meet rigorous safety and quality standards. Known for its talent-first philosophy, Ecolab fosters a diverse and inclusive workforce dedicated to continuous improvement and cutting-edge innovation through a beginner’s mindset.

The Field Technician role at Ecolab, based in Louisville, KY at the Kentucky Truck Plant, presents a unique opportunity for technically skilled individuals passionate about customer interaction and autonomous, hands-on work environments. This position primarily focuses on monitoring and maintaining air and water quality systems related to the paint booth at an automotive manufacturing site. The Field Technician supports critical operational processes by troubleshooting, testing, and ensuring system integrity to prevent downtime and improve customer satisfaction. The role demands technical proficiency in process application quality analysis, chemistry testing, usage of diagnostic tools like Fluke meters, and expertise in detecting air and fluid leaks. With a shift schedule from Sunday to Wednesday, 6 pm to 5 am, and compensation starting at $22 per hour, this position offers not only a stable job but also the chance to contribute to sustainability and critical asset protection in a dynamic industrial setting.

Moreover, candidates will benefit from comprehensive, industry-leading training and development programs designed to advance their professional growth. Ecolab emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service, ensuring its technicians are supported in delivering top-tier solutions. This role is ideal for individuals with mechanical aptitude, prior experience in industrial wastewater treatment or maintenance, and a genuine interest in solving technical problems while fostering strong professional relationships with customers. The company values resilience and adaptability, as the job requires working in diverse conditions including confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and exposure to dust or damp environments. Ecolab also prioritizes employee well-being through a robust benefits package that begins from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K matching program, paid parental leave, stock purchase plans, and discounts on childcare. Committed to inclusion and accommodation, Ecolab supports individuals with disabilities throughout the application process and beyond, making this an equitable career opportunity in a progressive, global enterprise committed to sustainability and excellence.