ELECTRICAL PUMP MECHANIC (HONOLULU ZOO)

Under the general supervision of the Park Grounds Maintenance Superintendent, this position installs, repairs, overhauls and maintains a variety of electrically-driven pumps, electric motors, valves and appurtenant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, service, install and repair pumps, switches, valves, gaskets, fittings, bearings, filters, motors, chlorinators for operations of complex filtration and circulation systems.
• Monitor and address pump filtration and circulation gauges and pressure readings.
• Check and adjust water levels.
• Perform water quality tests.
• Practice ozone safety and operations.
• Work closely with head of maintenance and staff to troubleshoot and resolve problems with complex filtration and circulation systems.
• Communicate effectively, coordinate activities, work harmoniously with others, follow and understand policies and procedures, write reports and instructions and follow safety regulations and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Special Work Requirements

• 7-day-a-week operation, hours may vary, and must be able to work evening, holidays and weekends.
• Exposure to acids, chlorine, and sewage gases.
• Heavy lifting and carrying.

Requirements

• At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
• Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey level skills and duties of this position, involving the repair and overhaul of electrically-driven pumps and related equipment.
• Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3/automobile) prior to appointment.

Skills

Knowledge of:

• Tools, materials and practices used in the maintenance and repair of electrically operated pumps and other equipment such as chlorinators, filters, manual and hydraulic valves, electric motors, shaft seals, etc.
• Hazards and safety practices involved in working around electricity and moving machinery.

Ability to:

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical defects in the operation of electrically-driven pumps and make repairs independently.
• Work harmoniously with others.

Benefits

• Generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays).
• Comprehensive health coverage.
• Retirement plan.
• Career development opportunities.

View details about all available benefits at https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.