Pump Maintenance Worker

DeKalb Health; Mattydale (NY); On-site; USD 86,788,800 - 96,432,000; Full time

Job summary

OCWA – Central New York’s Water Authority is seeking a Pump Maintenance Worker to join the Operations Department in Syracuse, NY. The role involves semi-skilled preventative maintenance and operation procedures for pumps and related equipment at pump stations and treatment facilities.

The position requires rotating shifts, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to perform minor repairs and reports on equipment efficiency for supervisory review.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of the functions and operation principles of pumps, valves and other mechanical equipment.
• Some knowledge of safety and precautions in work.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Starts, adjusts and stops pumps, compressors and other auxiliary equipment and machinery.
• Alternates pumps by opening and closing by-pass valves.
• Maintains check on efficiency of equipment through observation and checking of gauges.
• Cleans pumps and machinery; may make minor adjustments where required.
• Makes reports in simple figure entry form on machinery efficiency for return to supervisor.
• Checks and fills oil gauges on various pumps with proper lubricating agents.
• May collect water and wastewater samples when directed.
• Performs minor repairs on equipment.
• May operate a bulk collection truck when directed.
• Performs miscellaneous custodial duties.

Skills

Pump operation

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and writing

Safety awareness

Job description

• Location 200 NORTHERN CONCOURSE,SYRACUSE, NY, 13212,United States
• Base Pay $30.44 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt

• Phone [phone] ext. 3151

OCWA – Central New York’s Water Authority is currently seeking candidates for a Pump Maintenance Worker to join the Operations Department.

The work involves responsibility for performing a variety of semi-skilled preventative maintenance and operation procedures for pumps and auxiliary equipment at pump stations and wastewater treatment plant facilities. An employee in this class has responsibility on an assigned shift, for maintaining the effective operation of pumps and auxiliary equipment through performance of tasks involved in a preventative maintenance program. Primary emphasis is given to procedures to ensure safe and efficient operation of a variety of pumps, compressors and auxiliary equipment. Assignments and direct supervision are received orally from charge operators. Between rounds, work is performed in accordance with established procedures and telephone communication. Does related work as required. Civil Service Job #60610

THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY AND THE EMPLOYER INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY 09/28/2026.OCWA continually strives to provide our customers with clean, reliable water in an efficient and affordable manner. As a result, we have earned top rankings in national performance benchmarks for labor efficiency, debt per customer, and affordability. These competitive rankings illustrate our dedication to providing you with the highest quality water at the lowest possible price. OCWA employees work as a team to ensure that our customers and community consistently get the highest quality of service. OCWA employees are proud of where they work and the communities they serve.

Requirements

Position is ROTATING SHIFT

Typical work activates:

• Starts, adjusts and stops pumps, compressors and other auxiliary equipment and machinery.
• Alternates pumps by opening and closing by-pass valves.
• Maintains check on efficiency of equipment through observation and checking of gauges.
• Cleans pumps and machinery; may make minor adjustments where required.
• Makes reports in simple figure entry form on machinery efficiency for return to supervisor.
• Checks and fills oil gauges on various pumps with proper lubricating agents.
• May collect water and waste water samples when directed.
• Performs minor repairs on equipment.
• May operate a bulk collection truck when directed.
• Performs miscellaneous custodial duties.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Some knowledge of the functions and operation principles of pumps, valves and other mechanical equipment.
• Some knowledge of safety and precautions in work.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written instructions.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Six (6) months of work experience, or its part time equivalent, involved in the operation, maintenance or repair of electric pumps, compressors or auxiliary equipment.

SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENT WHEN EMPLOYED AT O.C.W.A.

When required to operate motor vehicles, employees must possess a valid non-CDL or CDL with appropriate endorsements as required by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for the class of vehicle(s) being operated.

Summary

OUR MISSION :

To provide safe, reliable and affordable water to residents, businesses and industries in Central New York in a manner protective of water resources and the environment.

OUR VISION:

To be an innovative water industry leader for the 21st Century.

OUR SUSTAINABILITY PROMISE THROUGH STEWARDSHIP:

Part of the reason that OCWA is able to deliver water so efficiently is that we believe in using our resources responsibly. That is why we continue to build toward a sustainable future through a strong infrastructure and reinvestment program.

- Some water utilities have a goal of reinvesting as little as 2% of their budgeted annual revenues in the renewal and replacement of their infrastructure. By contrast, OCWA in 2025 reinvested 24% back into our assets.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION AS AN EMPLOYEE IS AN IMPORTANT ROLE FOR OUR GREATER OCWA COMMUNITY!

OCWA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, disability, arrest record, genetic predisposition, marital status, military or veteran status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.