Pump Mechanic

About the role

As a Pump Mechanic, you'll play a crucial role in inspecting, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing water distribution and wastewater collection equipment. Your responsibilities will include working with pipes, tubes, rods, seals, shafts, gears, motors, bearings, couplings, valves, and pumps.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and follow written instructions.
• Listen, understand, and follow verbal instructions.
• Maintain and repair tools and equipment.
• Troubleshoot pumps.
• Conduct pump shop teardowns, inspections, reports, and repairs.

Requirements

• Efficiently work at least 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (overtime may be required).
• Positive attitude and strong team player.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Physically capable of standing for most of the workday and handling weights of 100 lbs or more.
• Ability to work on a variety of equipment.

Preferred

• Computer aptitude (Word, Excel, Adobe PDF).
• Experience with pump distribution or related service companies.
• Mechanical pump or rotating equipment experience.
• Knowledge of bearings, seals, packing, motors, electrical wiring, pumps, tools, and general mechanical principles.
• Shop Mechanic experience with skills in equipment disassembly, inspection, report preparation, failure diagnosis, assembly and testing, accurate record-keeping, equipment and parts identification, and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Benefits

At Smith Pump Company, Inc., we are not just a company; we are a legacy forged by Thomas G. Smith, P.E. in 1962. Over the years, we have evolved into a dynamic force, emerging as leaders in sales and service within the water, wastewater, and industrial markets. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our robust team and the family-like culture we foster.

About Us

• Legacy of Leadership: With decades of experience, we have established ourselves as pioneers in the industry, setting the standard for quality and service.
• Family-Like Culture: We believe in creating a workplace that feels like family. Our team is not just a collection of employees; we are a close-knit community, working together towards shared success.
• Expertise in Action: Our team is trained in the proper application of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment specifically tailored for the water, wastewater, and industrial markets.
• Service Excellence: Equipped with expertise, our service departments are ready to tackle any challenges they may encounter. Problem solving is our priority.

Our Mission

At Smith Pump Company, Inc., we are on a mission to provide superior customer service and deliver quality products. We achieve this by creating a rewarding work environment for our employees, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation. Our commitment to exceptional service and product quality is the driving force behind our company's growth objectives.

Join Us in Shaping the Future!

If you are passionate about making a difference in the water, wastewater, and industrial sectors, we invite you to be a part of our journey. Smith Pump Company, Inc. is more than a workplace; it's a place where your skills, dedication, and aspirations find a home.

Career Opportunities

Explore exciting career opportunities with us, where innovation meets tradition, and excellence is the norm. Join Smith Pump Company, Inc., and be a part of a legacy that continues to flow strong after six decades.

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