PUMP MECHANIC

Electric Motor & Contracting•Chesapeake, VA

50d

About The Position

The Pump Mechanic is responsible for the disassembly, mechanical inspection, troubleshooting, and re-assembly of all types, sizes, and configurations of pumps and blowers to include Submersible Pumps, Close-Coupled Pumps, End Suction Radial Pumps, Vertical Turbine Pumps, Axial Split Case Pumps, and Centrifugal Pumps/Blowers. This position reports directly to the shop foreman/assistant foreman and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Certificate from applicable trade/technical school, combined with 5+ years in the rotating machinery industry. Qualified individuals with 10+ years of hands-on experience in lieu of trade school certification will be eligible for consideration.
Basic 3 phase electrical knowledge and familiarity with standard electrical testing equipment, to include: megohmmeters, multimeters, ammeters, winding resistance meters, Low/High Voltage Test Panels, etc. (Will train qualified candidates on electrical parameters if necessary).
Demonstrated hands-on experience with vertical turbine pumps, including installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Strong working knowledge of vertical turbine pump design, components, and performance characteristics.
Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and hydraulic issues specific to vertical turbine systems.
Ability to accurately and effectively use typical mechanical measuring equipment to include Inside/Outside Micrometers, vernier calipers, depth gauges, steel rulers, etc. (typical measuring equipment utilized daily in a machine shop environment).
Accurately and effectively read, understand, and interpret pump specific technical manuals, component drawings and sketches, follow industry standards and practices, interpret, and follow customer specifications/requirements and company policies/procedures.
Ability to solve complex problems with clear analytical thought, considering multiple factors and tradeoffs.
Provide own tools and basic measuring equipment (Large/Specialty tooling and electrical testing equipment is provided by the company).
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Be willing and able to maintain availability and dependability, as this position requires a flexible work schedule, to include extended hours, nights, and weekends, when required (Overtime).
Must be physically able to safely operate equipment, able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and capable of standing/stooping/kneeling for long periods of time.
We are a service industry on call to our customers 24/7/265. To meet our customers’ needs, employees must be able to work overtime as needed, including extending hours outside of the assigned shift. This also includes weekends/holidays.
Must be a good communicator, have a positive attitude, able to follow written and verbal instructions.
NOTE: This position requires drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

Disassemble, troubleshoot, and reassemble various types of motor-driven pumps and blowers.
Effectively clean and prepare mechanical/electrical components for inspection using typical shop equipment to include sandblasters, cabinet blasters, dip tanks, steam wash pits, bake ovens, etc.
Examine parts for defects, such as eccentricities, rubs, wear, excessive damage, etc.
Perform detailed mechanical and visual component inspections to determine root cause of failure, documenting all relevant ‘As-Found’ data (register fits, internal bores, outer diameters, etc.) on applicable forms.
Recommend disposition on company job cards and Customer spec sheets.
Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns, if necessary.
Safely oversee lifting/ rigging of all equipment, weighing upwards of 25 tons.
Lead and mentor less experienced mechanics throughout each phase of the repair process.
Balance rotating assemblies to an industry standard of 4W/N, utilizing all shop balancing equipment.
Perform hydrostatic pressure testing on refurbished pumps, prior to shipment back to customer.
Perform criteria acceptance testing on close coupled pump motors, submersible pump motors, etc.