Field Pump Service Technician – Richmond

KSB US; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

KSB US in Richmond, VA is seeking a Pump Service Technician to perform high-quality repairs, testing, and reconfigurations of KSB water market pumps, both in shop and at customer sites.

You will read manuals, document test results, and work with pneumatic, power and hand tools, maintaining records and ensuring safety.

The role requires at least 3 years of mechanical experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to communicate professionally; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years mechanical experience; pump or rotating equipment preferred.
• Able to read manuals and interpret technical docs.
• English fluency, both written and verbal.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Pump and rotating equipment repair (predominately KSB water market product).
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders in performance of required maintenance and associated service(s).
• Read and comprehend technical documentation (e.g. drawings) and to create thorough inspection and test reports. Must be able to communicate with internal and external persons in a professional manner.
• Proficient use of pneumatic, power, and hand tools
• Perform diversified services, including but not limited to teardowns, inspections/troubleshooting (physical and written), voltage conversions, impeller trims/change-outs, and repairs on pumps, rotating equipment, and related product, both in the shop and in the field
• May assist with removals, installations, troubleshooting, repairs and services on pumps, rotating equipment, and related product, in the field, at a customer site.
• Maintain accurate material, parts, and labor records
• Ensure quality and quantity of work to KSB standard
• Keep usage of material for orders at an optimal level, mindful of cost, w/o sacrificing quality
• Interface with internal and external individuals and companies, as required
• Organize and maintain a safe and clean work area (good housekeeping practices).
• Show initiative to identify and suggest improvements to internal processes.
• Ensure the usage of proper protective safety equipment, and work according to KSB Company policies and procedures. Properly and safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and cranes, as required
• Participate in on- and off-site training. Implement newly trained skills and help train colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned by Shop Manager

Skills

Communication

Mechanical skills

Time management

Professionalism

Deductive reasoning

Safety awareness

Detail oriented

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

KSB US in Richmond, VA is seeking a Pump Service Technician to perform high-quality repairs, testing, and reconfigurations of KSB water market pumps, both in shop and at customer sites.

You will read manuals, document test results, and work with pneumatic, power and hand tools, maintaining records and ensuring safety.

The role requires at least 3 years of mechanical experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to communicate professionally; overtime may be required.