Pump Technician

Albemarle County Service Authority•Charlottesville, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Facilities Supervisor, the Pump Technician performs skilled technical work in the maintenance, repair, installation, and operation of pumps, motors, generators, controls, and related equipment at pump stations, PRV vaults, water tanks, and other facilities. Performs daily pump station checks, preventative maintenance, and responds to emergency situations as necessary, including nights, weekends, holidays, and other flexible hours.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or equivalent
Three to five years of job-related experience
Knowledge of repair and maintenance methods for mechanical devices, motors, and electronic instruments
Knowledge of basic electrical theory and occupational safety requirements, including lockout/tagout, confined space, and ladder safety
Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License with Class A combination vehicle and tanker endorsement
16-Hour Asbestos Worker license
Confined Space Attendant training with continuing education toward Confined Space Supervisor
CPR/First Aid/AED certification
Detail-oriented
Ability to work well in teams
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public
Willingness to pursue continued technical training in SCADA, PLCs, and related systems
Reliable attendance required
Must pass required drug/alcohol testing
Must wear the ACSA-issued uniform while performing duties

Nice To Haves

Continued technical training in SCADA, PLCs, and related systems

Responsibilities

Daily pump station inspections
Maintenance of buildings and grounds at pump stations and PRV vaults
Preventative maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, generators, controls, and related equipment
Installation of pumping controls, check valves, valves, wiring, alarms, pumps, motors, generators, transfer switches, and other equipment
Assistance with testing and rebuilding backflow devices and emergency generators
Repair of water tank electrodes, level transmitters, and related equipment
Training to inspect, maintain, and calibrate electronic instruments, gas detection monitors, and control devices
Maintenance of assigned vehicle repair and inspection records
Working in confined spaces such as sewer wet wells and PRV vaults and above ground on ladders
Assisting the Facilities Repair Crew when needed
Calling in Miss Utility tickets
Following all ACSA and OSHA guidelines
Maintaining required PPE
Attending safety training