Water Leak Detection Technician

CEI Water Services LLC

Full-time Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
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Location
Naperville, Illinois, United States
Posted
July 01, 2026

Job Description

A Water Leak Field Technician is responsible for locating underground water leaks.


Generally working independently, planning one's day, moving efficiently through daily assignments, performing leak surveys on segments of the water distribution system, and responding to occasional leak calls to pinpoint and document suspected/known leaks found are typical in a day.


Through assessing provided GIS and mapping information, considerable knowledge of a distribution system and independent judgment must be used as leak detection depends heavily on one's ability to interpret survey results and problem solve.


Leak surveying is performed using acoustic detection equipment while locating, classifying, and recording water leaks according to severity and noting secondary risk assessments.


Useful skills to acquire include:



  • Ability to use an L-mic to listen and survey the origin of water leaks.

  • When necessary, set barricades, ...