Pump Service Technician

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair all types of centrifugal pumps-domestic water, HVAC pumps (tower cooling & chilled water), submersible, column, and sump/sewage.
• VERTICAL TURBINE, MIXERS, PROP PUMPS and other less common pumps
• Without direct supervision, inspects, modifies, maintains, repairs, and installs pumps, electric motors, valves, and related mechanical equipment for water and wastewater systems throughout the greater Cleveland region.
• Troubleshoot and repair pressure reducing valves associated with domestic water booster systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair sewage ejector pumps, pump controls and systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair common electrical issues such as three-phase and single-phase electrical system, including capacitors and start relays.
• Troubleshoot, program, and modify existing programming on variable frequency drives for both wastewater and booster pump applications.
• Undertake projects including complete system replacement, circuit design, piping and system layout in cooperation with other stakeholders.
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary during normal working hours and when scheduled to be on call for 24-hour emergency service.
• Planned Maintenance - Performs Planned Maintenance as required. Inspect pump systems and related equipment and make recommendations for repairs, replacements, or calibrations as needed.
• Follows all electrical safety rules and Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Maintains truck tools, safety equipment, instruments, and materials, specific to pump, motors, and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Operates a variety of equipment and hand and power tools as needed to construct, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment.
• Maintains and cares for all equipment and tools in his/her care and use.
• Performs cleaning, lubricating of tools as required.
• Performs duties in a professional manner and works well with others or in a team setting.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, and the public.
• Supervise and manage workflow and project timeline for crews on projects
• Regular attendance and adherence to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
• Observes safe work practices and safety methods; performs other duties as assigned.
• Write detailed diagnostic reports for customers and estimating staff
• Train technicians and helpers to elevate overall competency of pumpman field staff

Qualifications And Skills

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent or Trade School Diploma
• Minimum 7+ years Plumbing and Electric background
• Experienced in all facets of the plumbing trade
• Perform varied mechanical maintenance and repair work
• Diagnose problems and determine appropriate action
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move more than 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds
• Must have a valid driver's license