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Water Treatment Technician roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through PERM labor certification, and some senior or supervisory positions may meet EB-2 criteria. Municipalities, utilities, and private water management firms regularly sponsor foreign professionals. Securing sponsorship means finding employers familiar with DOL prevailing wage requirements for this occupation.
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Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
Water Treatment Service Technician
Company: Chem-Aqua, a Solenis Company
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive base salary, full benefits, vehicle allowance, health insurance, 401(k) match & more!
About us
At Chem-Aqua, water isn’t just water—it’s an opportunity to make businesses run better, cleaner, and more efficiently. As a leader in custom-designed water treatment programs, we help keep boilers, cooling towers, process systems, and wastewater operations performing at their best.
We’re now part of Solenis, a global powerhouse in water and hygiene solutions, giving you the support, innovation, and stability of a company with reach across 160+ countries.
If you want to join a growing team where your work makes a real, everyday impact… jump in. The water’s great.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Service Technician is a field-based, hands-on, account service position that will provide tower cleaning, coil cleaning, chemical cleaning and some pre-treatment (area specific). This is a remote position.
- Perform diagnostics on water treatment equipment: reverse osmosis Systems, water softeners, and other water treatment/conditioning systems.
- Determine condition of system fluids, identify malfunctions and take corrective actions.
- Provide routine preventative maintenance services; inspection, cleaning, and calibration of system components as necessary to assigned accounts.
- Assist in identifying additional service needs and opportunities while developing and implementing customized solutions for our customers.
- Perform assigned lab testing and sampling as required.
- Schedule service and sales calls, including daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Maintain customer chemical inventory which may include lifting 5 gallon pails that weigh approximately 55-75 lbs.
- Other duties as assigned.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to build relationships.
- 3-5 years of work experience in a field using mechanical principles.
- Experience in the water treatment or related industry a plus.
- Ability to work flexible schedule, some weekends required.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Able to pass a drug and background check per the company requirements.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledgeable in MS Office applications.
- This position requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting.
- Work is conducted both indoors and out with varying environmental conditions.
- Must be able perform physical work in a HVAC, cooling towers, or boiler equipment environment requiring exposure to chemicals, noise, hot & cold temperatures and inclement weather.
- MUST be in good physical ability – the job requires frequent walking to and from worksite.
- Required work activities include but are not limited to, climbing and descending stairs and ladders (from 10-30’ in height), sometimes while carrying drums of chemicals weighing up to 75 pounds while maintaining a 3-point ladder contact (per OSHA rules). As of the date of this job description, the available ladders have a weight limit of 375 pounds.
- Be able to wear protective gear for the face, ears, and gloves.
- 35% travel required.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
- Make a real impact by helping customers operate efficiently and sustainably.
- Comprehensive and ongoing training—we provide continued sales training (to sharpen your selling skills and strategies) and technical training (on water treatment basics, testing, products, and solutions) delivered through a combination of virtual sessions, in-field/on-the-job coaching, and classroom-style sessions. No prior water treatment experience required—we invest in your growth from day one and throughout your career.
- Support from experienced technical pros and a collaborative team culture.
- Clear pathways for career growth.
IS THIS YOU?
You love connecting with people, solving real operational challenges, and seeing the direct results of your work. You enjoy learning, exploring customer sites, and building a career in a growing, stable industry. If that sounds like you… we’d love to talk.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com.
The expected compensation range for this position is between $1.00 and $550,000,000.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.
INTRODUCTION
Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
Water Treatment Service Technician
Company: Chem-Aqua, a Solenis Company
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive base salary, full benefits, vehicle allowance, health insurance, 401(k) match & more!
About us
At Chem-Aqua, water isn’t just water—it’s an opportunity to make businesses run better, cleaner, and more efficiently. As a leader in custom-designed water treatment programs, we help keep boilers, cooling towers, process systems, and wastewater operations performing at their best.
We’re now part of Solenis, a global powerhouse in water and hygiene solutions, giving you the support, innovation, and stability of a company with reach across 160+ countries.
If you want to join a growing team where your work makes a real, everyday impact… jump in. The water’s great.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Service Technician is a field-based, hands-on, account service position that will provide tower cleaning, coil cleaning, chemical cleaning and some pre-treatment (area specific). This is a remote position.
- Perform diagnostics on water treatment equipment: reverse osmosis Systems, water softeners, and other water treatment/conditioning systems.
- Determine condition of system fluids, identify malfunctions and take corrective actions.
- Provide routine preventative maintenance services; inspection, cleaning, and calibration of system components as necessary to assigned accounts.
- Assist in identifying additional service needs and opportunities while developing and implementing customized solutions for our customers.
- Perform assigned lab testing and sampling as required.
- Schedule service and sales calls, including daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Maintain customer chemical inventory which may include lifting 5 gallon pails that weigh approximately 55-75 lbs.
- Other duties as assigned.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to build relationships.
- 3-5 years of work experience in a field using mechanical principles.
- Experience in the water treatment or related industry a plus.
- Ability to work flexible schedule, some weekends required.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Able to pass a drug and background check per the company requirements.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledgeable in MS Office applications.
- This position requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting.
- Work is conducted both indoors and out with varying environmental conditions.
- Must be able perform physical work in a HVAC, cooling towers, or boiler equipment environment requiring exposure to chemicals, noise, hot & cold temperatures and inclement weather.
- MUST be in good physical ability – the job requires frequent walking to and from worksite.
- Required work activities include but are not limited to, climbing and descending stairs and ladders (from 10-30’ in height), sometimes while carrying drums of chemicals weighing up to 75 pounds while maintaining a 3-point ladder contact (per OSHA rules). As of the date of this job description, the available ladders have a weight limit of 375 pounds.
- Be able to wear protective gear for the face, ears, and gloves.
- 35% travel required.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
- Make a real impact by helping customers operate efficiently and sustainably.
- Comprehensive and ongoing training—we provide continued sales training (to sharpen your selling skills and strategies) and technical training (on water treatment basics, testing, products, and solutions) delivered through a combination of virtual sessions, in-field/on-the-job coaching, and classroom-style sessions. No prior water treatment experience required—we invest in your growth from day one and throughout your career.
- Support from experienced technical pros and a collaborative team culture.
- Clear pathways for career growth.
IS THIS YOU?
You love connecting with people, solving real operational challenges, and seeing the direct results of your work. You enjoy learning, exploring customer sites, and building a career in a growing, stable industry. If that sounds like you… we’d love to talk.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com.
The expected compensation range for this position is between $1.00 and $550,000,000.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Water Treatment Technician
Document your credentials before applying
Get your foreign water treatment certifications evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service. USCIS and DOL require evidence that your training meets U.S. equivalency standards during PERM labor certification, and incomplete credential documentation is a common cause of delays.
Target utilities with E-Verify enrollment
Municipal water authorities and large private utilities enrolled in E-Verify are structured to handle employment-based sponsorship. Employers already compliant with federal employment verification tend to move faster through PERM filings than those new to the process.
Search for green card-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Water Treatment Technician roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have filed PERM applications before cuts out early-stage friction and keeps your timeline realistic.
Understand prevailing wage tiers for your role
Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your specific duty station, and mismatches at this stage can stall or kill a PERM filing.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment steps upfront
PERM requires your employer to conduct good-faith recruitment before filing, which adds weeks to the process. Ask potential employers early whether they've completed prior PERM recruitments and whether their HR or legal team has handled water sector sponsorships before.
Build toward EB-2 eligibility with state licensure
Obtaining a relevant state water treatment operator license strengthens an EB-2 advanced-degree petition by demonstrating specialized competency beyond a degree alone. Check your target state's operator certification requirements, which vary by system size and water type.
Green Card Water Treatment Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Water Treatment Technician roles qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Water Treatment Technician positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Employers must complete PERM labor certification through DOL, demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available. Senior or supervisory technician roles with advanced degree requirements may qualify under EB-2.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa requiring annual cap registration and lottery selection. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no lottery. EB-3 has no annual cap for most countries, though nationals from India and China face priority date backlogs. The PERM and I-140 process typically takes one to three years from start to approval.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must conduct a documented good-faith recruitment effort showing no qualified U.S. workers applied for the position. They then file ETA Form 9089 with DOL. Approval triggers the I-140 immigrant petition filed with USCIS. The entire sequence can take 18 months or more before you can file for adjustment of status.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a Water Treatment Technician for a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search Water Treatment Technician roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Focusing on municipal utilities, regional water authorities, and environmental engineering firms gives you the strongest odds, as these employers regularly work with DOL and are familiar with PERM filings.
Does my foreign water treatment certification count toward PERM eligibility?
Foreign credentials must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a recognized credential evaluation service before DOL will accept them in a PERM filing. Practical experience documented through employment letters and licenses from your home country also counts. O*NET lists the standard training and experience requirements for Water Treatment Technician roles, which your documentation must align with.