Pump Mechanic 26-134

Charleston Water System; Charleston (SC); Sur place; USD 49 000 - 74 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Charleston Water System is a public utility serving the Charleston area. This role maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces pumps, motors, valves, and related components at wastewater pumping stations to protect public health and the environment.

Under general supervision, you will inspect and perform maintenance, document work, and support emergency responses. A high school diploma or GED and two years of related experience are required, with a SC wastewater license within two years.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience in a public utility system, construction, manufacturing, and/or industrial maintenance.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Skill and knowledge in the use of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

Responsabilités

• Inspect or assist inspections and corrections of malfunctioning wastewater pumping stations.
• Perform maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, controls and piping near pumping stations.
• Assist in removing, repairing or upgrading pumps, valves, motors and controls.
• Troubleshoot and repair general electrical problems in pumping stations.
• Maintain facilities and grounds; keep daily reports and logs.
• Operate safely and be ready for emergency conditions as needed.

Connaissances

Pumps and motors maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Tools and equipment handling

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Two years in public utility/construction/industrial maintenance

SC D wastewater license within 2 years

Valid South Carolina driver’s license

Outils

Tools usage

Instrumentation knowledge

Description du poste

We're a public water and wastewater utility serving the greater Charleston area. Our water and wastewater services protect public health and the environment, provide fire protection, and support our economy.We’re always looking to add talented, enthusiastic people to our team!

Applications Accepted through Sunday, November 1, 2026

Salary Range: $49,192.00 ($23.65/hr.) - $73,798.40 ($35.48/hr.)

Hiring Range: $49,192.00 ($23.65/hr.) - $61,484.80 ($29.56/hr.)

Grade: 106

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, maintains, installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces pumps, motors, pipes, valves, and other pump station components associated with the operations and maintenance of wastewater pumping stations. Performs inspection/maintenance of wastewater pumping stations, as well as on equipment used to perform these activities.

6B Essential Functions:

• Inspects or assists with inspection and corrections of malfunctioning wastewater pumping stations.
• Performs maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, control components, piping and other associated equipment in and around wastewater pumping stations or portable pumping equipment.
• Assists with removal, repair, replacement or upgrade of pumps, valves, motors, control components, piping and other associated equipment in and around wastewater pumping stations or portable pumping equipment.
• Assists in troubleshooting and repairing general electrical problems associated with wastewater pumping stations or portable pumping equipment.
• Maintains facilities and grounds.
• Maintains daily reports and work records of work accomplished.
• Maintains logs of preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs of wastewater pumping stations.
• May be required to work during emergency conditions.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.
• Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System policy and procedures.

1B Additional Duties

• Performs routine inspections and maintenance of vehicles and equipment to ensure that they are in safe working condition.

0B Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions

• Must be able to make visual observations of pump station, grounds and equipment.
• Constantly positions self to move, traverse in the field as necessary to perform required work.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication and to make fine distinctions in sound, such as when making adjustments on equipment.
• Considerable movement and traversing involved at work sites on unpaved streets, uneven ground and cluttered work areas.
• Subject to noise levels requiring the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Hearing Protection Required.
• Constantly works in internal / external environmental conditions.
• Routinely positions self to use up to 50 lbs of force.
• Daily move and transport equipment and/or materials at job sites weighing up to 50 lbs. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation.
• Ability to communicate detailed instructions accurately, loudly, and quickly to other workers.Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, etc. up to three (3) stories in height (30’).
• Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles up to two tons.
• Routinely and safely operate computer to include desktop and tough notebook laptops in the field.
• Must be able to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to perform the required essential functions.

2B Education and/or Experience

• Two (2) years experience in a public utility system, construction, manufacturing, and/or industrial maintenance working with pumps, motors, controls and valves OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Skill and knowledge in the use of tools, materials, and equipment commonly used in the performance of job function.
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

3B Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• Ability to obtain a “D” wastewater collection systems operator’s license in the state of South Carolina within two years of hire.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license required.

4B Training Needs:

• OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.
• Skills Based Training
• ISO 1401 standards for department and company.

ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION.

Our Mission

Support public health and protect the environment.

Our Vision

Achieve excellence and exceed customer expectations.

Our Core Values

• Continuous pursuit of excellence
• Customer Service
• Open and honest communication
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Ethical behavior and integrity

Our Mission

Support public health and protect the environment.

Our Vision

Achieve excellence and exceed customer expectations.

Our Core Values

• Continuous pursuit of excellence
• Customer Service
• Open and honest communication
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Innovation
• Ethical behavior and integrity

Charleston Water System is an at-will, drug-free, equal opportunity employer.

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