Pump Technician

Inframark • Suwanee, GA

5d

About The Position

The Pump Technician maintains and repairs pumps and related equipment to help water and wastewater systems operate safely and efficiently. The role involves hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting at water booster stations, wastewater lift stations, and treatment facilities. The technician also supports equipment installations and system upgrades, documents completed work, follows safety procedures, and responds to emergency repairs as needed. The position requires outdoor work in varied environmental conditions and participation in an on-call rotation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience maintaining pumps, motors, or industrial mechanical equipment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors and in various environmental conditions.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and heavier items with assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and perform physical maintenance activities.
• Ability to work around machinery, chemicals, wastewater systems, and confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in water, wastewater, utilities, industrial, or municipal environments.
• Knowledge of lift stations, booster stations, and treatment plant equipment.
• Experience with motor controls, VFDs, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Technical school training or a mechanical maintenance certification.
• Understanding of pumps, motors, seals, bearings, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment failures independently.
• Effective communication with team members and customers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pumps, motors, valves, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on water booster stations, wastewater lift stations, and treatment facility equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using testing and diagnostic tools.
• Disassemble, rebuild, install, and align pumps and rotating equipment.
• Replace bearings, seals, couplings, and other mechanical components.
• Support installation and startup of new pumps, motors, controls, and system upgrades.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, and inspection reports accurately.
• Respond to emergency repairs and equipment breakdowns as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and PPE requirements.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergency situations when required.

Benefits

• Health, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan or retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Wellness plan.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Career advancement potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED