Pump Mechanic

Job Summary: Pump Mechanic

The Pump Mechanic is responsible for inspections, disassembly, assembly, ordering parts and cleaning / blasting of various centrifugal pumps. The Pump Mechanic will work with Supervisor and co-workers during the job. This role must consistently meet production demands within time standards once training schedule is completed.

Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities in this role include investigating signs of failure and recommendations. A Pump Mechanic will also be expected to gradually learn disassembly and assembly of pumps, motors and related equipment. Candidate must be able to follow all safety precautions as his role ensures the continuous and efficient operation of wastewater systems to comply with safety and environmental standards.

Essential Functions

• Candidate will learn and perform a variety of skilled duties to safely perform disassembly, precision measurements, fill out inspection reports, reassembly and air testing of split case, multistage, end suction, sewage, vertical turbine and submersible pumps used in the water and wastewater market, and the industrial and power generation markets
• Record and check all new parts using various measuring equipment such as micrometers and or calipers etc.
• Operate overhead cranes and Hi-Lo’s – training provided
• Operate equipment such as presses, pullers, torches and grinders
• Report all operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel
• Maintain assigned equipment and perform daily inspections / orders to ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement 18
• Candidate will be provided a basic company set of tools, a tool loan program is available for you to purchase more tools
• Mechanical experience or interest in training to be a pump mechanic
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain professional and courteous with customers and coworkers at all times
• Must be available to work occasional nights, holidays and weekends
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Capable of lifting items up to 40lbs
• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
  
  

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Repair shop, repair service shop work environment, OSHA and safety train (training done in house)
• Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours
  
  

Delivering excellence to our communities with integrity, care and trust. We empower our team to create value and make a difference. Joining the Kennedy team ensures a respectful environment while maintaining that work-life balance. Many opportunities for growth. At Kennedy, culture is lived, not written and reinforced through leadership and teamwork.

We have a competitive benefit package including (but not limited to):

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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