Watermill Express
Automated water and ice vending network
Maintenance Technician
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- The ability to work the required schedule is necessary.
- Painting skills are required.
- The ability to use and maintain hand tools is required.
- A clean motor vehicle record and a valid, current driver's license are required.
- The ability to lift 50 pounds is required.
- The ability to climb ladders, stoop, walk, stand, and bend is required.
- The ability to work safely in limited space inside water-only and water-ice units is required.
- The ability to work in heat is required.
- The ability to safely operate a motor vehicle is required.
- The ability to work overtime, including some weekend or evening work, is required.
- Follow safety guidelines and act safely.
- Demonstrate and support the company's Code of Conduct.
- Paint refill stations, including walls, pedestals, doors, protective posts, and roofs.
- Pressure wash refill stations.
- Maintain landscaping at refill stations.
- Maintain and repair parking lots and refill stations.
- Replace signage, decals, and banners as needed.
- Perform basic maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of refill stations according to company standards.
- Support and assist with construction and development efforts as needed.
- Repair water-only and water-ice units as needed.
- Properly maintain and care for the company vehicle, inventory, and equipment.
- Drive the company vehicle to company locations and units throughout the assigned area.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Electrical, maintenance, repair, or similar education or equivalent experience.
About the company
Watermill Express runs a network of automated water and ice vending stations where customers drive up and refill their own bottles with water or pick up ice. The system is self-service and pays per refill, with revenue from water, ice, and related items like reusable bottles. Stations are serviced daily and monitored 24/7 by computers to ensure cleanliness and safety, including advanced filtration such as reverse osmosis. The company differentiates itself by emphasizing hygiene, high-purity water, and an environmentally friendly model that reduces plastic waste and saves customers money. Its goal is to provide affordable, safe drinking water while making convenient, eco-friendly hydration accessible to environmentally-conscious consumers.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Brighton, Colorado
Founded
1979
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- El Paso approved a new Fox Plaza station in January 2026, replacing an older unit.
- Brentwood said Watermill roughly tripled EBITDA through new stations and ice prototypes.
- Consumers seeking cheaper, reusable-bottle refills support continued demand in Sunbelt suburbs.
What critics are saying
- Yucca Valley rejected a Watermill station in July 2026, signaling zoning resistance.
- BBB complaints and Yelp reports cite double charges and billing disputes, damaging trust.
- Local permit fights can stall expansion; a sustained approval slowdown caps unit growth.
What makes Watermill Express unique
- Watermill Express runs unattended drive-up water and ice stations, reducing labor costs.
- Brentwood’s 2025 $410 million continuation fund backs Watermill’s franchise and prototype expansion.
- Its 24/7 computerized monitoring and state-certified testing create a defensible quality narrative.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
401(k) Company Match
Performance Bonus