Senior Driver Technician

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Senior Driver Technician

📍 Carterville, IL | Evansville, IN | Memphis, TN
💰 $28.00 - $34.00 per hour
🛠️ Full-Time | Benefits from Day One
🚚 Onsite

Join Xylem in the Global Mission to #LetsSolveWater! 💧

At Xylem, we’re a water technology company focused on creating innovative solutions to the world’s toughest water challenges. Every day, our employees support municipalities, industrial customers, utilities, and contractors by delivering reliable water and wastewater solutions that make a lasting impact on communities around the world.

We are seeking a Senior Driver Technician to join our team in Carterville, IL, Evansville, IN, or Memphis, TN. This position combines transportation, equipment setup, field service, and technical support responsibilities. The successful candidate will safely operate DOT-regulated vehicles while delivering, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting pumping, bypass, and water infrastructure equipment at customer sites.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems in the field, operating equipment, interacting with customers, and supporting critical water infrastructure projects.

Why Join Xylem?

✅ Competitive Pay: $28.00 - $34.00/hour

✅ Overtime Opportunities Available

✅ Comprehensive Benefits Package

✅ Career Growth and Development Opportunities

✅ Industry-Leading Safety Culture

✅ Paid Volunteer Opportunities Through Xylem Watermark

✅ Opportunity to Work with Industry-Leading Water and Pumping Solutions

✅ Meaningful Work Supporting Water Infrastructure Across North America

The Role: What You'll Do

Transport Equipment Safely

• Safely operate DOT-regulated vehicles and transport equipment to customer locations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Ensure proper load securement and weight distribution.
• Comply with FMCSA, DOT, and company safety requirements.
• Maintain all required driver documentation and certifications.
• Safely navigate local and regional routes while representing Xylem professionally.

Equipment Setup & Field Service Support

• Deliver, install, commission, and remove pumps, bypass systems, piping, hoses, and related equipment at customer sites.
• Assist with equipment startups, shutdowns, and operational testing.
• Configure pumping systems based on customer requirements.
• Support temporary bypass and dewatering projects.
• Ensure equipment is properly tested, functioning correctly, and ready for operation before leaving the site.
• Respond to emergency service calls when required.

Operate Equipment

• Safely operate equipment including: Telehandlers Forklifts Material-handling equipment Jobsite support equipment
• Assist with loading, unloading, installation, and movement of equipment on customer sites.
• Support piping installations and bypass system deployments.

What Makes You Stand Out

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
• Ability to obtain required customer clearances, including TWIC, DISA, and other site-specific requirements.
• 2-5 years of technical work experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Customer service experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and smart devices.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to synthesize technical information and communicate it effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial or commercial process water experience.
• Experience with pumps, bypass systems, and water infrastructure equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Pipe fusion experience is highly desirable.
• Experience operating telehandlers, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment.
• Industry-specific licenses or certifications.
• Previous field service experience.
• Knowledge of weight requirements and proper load distribution.
• CDL Class A or Class B is a strong asset, but not required.

Travel Requirements

• Travel requirements vary by location and business unit.
• Approximately 80% home daily travel depending on territory and operational needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on customer projects and business needs.
• Ability to safely drive challenging routes and transport specialized equipment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position combines driving, field service work, equipment setup, installation, and technical support activities. Employees may work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and industrial environments.

Physical requirements may include:

• Standing, walking,, kneeling, and bending.
• Lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.
• Operating vehicles and material-handling equipment.
• Loading and unloading equipment.
• Working around pumps, piping systems, machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Wearing required PPE and following all safety requirements.

Ideal Backgrounds

We welcome candidates from a variety of technical backgrounds, including:

• Driver Technician
• Pump Technician
• Field Service Technician
• Water Infrastructure Technician
• Industrial Maintenance Technician
• Utility Technician
• Rental Equipment Technician
• Mechanical Technician
• Construction Equipment Technician
• Process Water Technician
• Pump Installer
• Pipe Fusion Technician

Experience with pumps, bypass systems, dewatering equipment, telehandlers, forklifts, pipe fusion equipment, field installation, customer-facing service work, and industrial water applications will be highly valued.

Be a Difference Maker

Join the global Xylem team and help solve the world’s most critical water challenges through innovation, dedication, and service excellence.

At Xylem, you’ll make an impact on communities, industries, and the environment while building a rewarding career with a company committed to inclusion, belonging, safety, and professional growth.

Join Xylem and help us #LetsSolveWater. 💧

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. 

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation