Submersible Pump Technician
About The Position
This is a hands-on repair role focused on submersible pumps used primarily in wastewater applications. You'll mainly work in the shop inspecting, repairing, rebuilding, and testing pumping equipment, while also supporting occasional field work involving pump removal, installation, and startup. Prior submersible pump experience is helpful but not required. We have experienced submersible mechanics on the team and can train someone with strong mechanical aptitude and relevant experience in pump repair, motor repair, industrial maintenance, wastewater systems, or rotating equipment service. Detroit Pump has been serving municipal and industrial customers throughout Michigan since 1926 and is proudly celebrating its 100th year in business. The company provides pumps, engineered systems, and repair services throughout the region. Detroit Pump is part of Tencarva, one of the largest and most respected distributors and OEM-authorized repair networks in the pump and process equipment industry.
Requirements
- Mechanical experience involving pumps, motors, rotating equipment, industrial maintenance, or similar equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to safely use common hand tools, measuring tools, and shop equipment
- Ability to read and understand parts diagrams, repair documentation, and service manuals
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Experience with submersible pumps, wastewater equipment, or lift station systems
- Experience repairing electric motors, including 480V three-phase motors
- Pump repair, rotating equipment repair, or motor shop experience
- Experience replacing bearings, seals, shafts, impellers, and related components
- Industrial maintenance, millwright, wastewater, or electro-mechanical service background
- Experience performing field service, equipment installation, or startup work
Responsibilities
- Disassemble and inspect submersible pumps, motors, and related equipment
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical causes of equipment failure
- Prepare repair scopes and parts requirements
- Rebuild submersible pumps and 480V three-phase motors to OEM standards
- Replace bearings, seals, shafts, impellers, wear components, and other repair parts
- Perform testing and inspection following repair completion
- Assist with pump removal, installation, troubleshooting, and startup activities at customer sites
- Support repair work on other pumps and rotating equipment as needed
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused shop environment
- Coordinate with service leadership on job priorities, timelines, and parts requirements
Benefits
- Profit Sharing via 401(k)
- Earn up to 120 hours (3 weeks) of PTO per year
- 10 paid holidays
- medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
