Pump Watch

Aerotek; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Pearland, TX is seeking a Pump Watch / Shop Helper. The role starts as a Pump Watch, monitoring pumps in person and via video, performing routine maintenance, and documenting activities; after about four months it expands to a shop helper supporting mechanics, handling parts, and assisting day-to-day operations in an industrial service and repair environment.

Occasional on-call work and travel to client sites are required.

Qualifications

• Experience around heavy industrial equipment and pumps.
• Able to monitor pumps for extended periods and via video.
• Experience with basic oil changes and routine checks.
• Must be reliable with 12-hour shifts and 84 hours weekly during onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pumps in person and on video, ensure safe operation.
• Perform routine maintenance and log inspections and changes.
• Change oil and swap parts using hand and power tools.
• Support mechanics and handle parts in shop and yard.
• Travel to client sites in company vehicle and work on-call.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Industrial environment

Basic mechanic

Pumps & engines

Hand & power tools

Troubleshooting

Diesel engines

Blueprints

Forklift operation

Driver license

On-call availability

Job description

Pump Watch / Shop Helper

Job Description

This role starts as a dedicated Pump Watch position and transitions into a shop helper role. You will closely monitor industrial pumps both in person and through camera systems, perform routine maintenance, and document all activities. After approximately four months, you will move into a broader shop support role, assisting mechanics, handling parts, and supporting day-to-day operations in an industrial service and repair environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple pumps continuously in person and on video monitors to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Conduct regular inspections of pumps and related equipment, identifying issues before they become critical.
• Change oil on pumps and associated machinery according to established maintenance schedules.
• Swap and replace parts on pumps and related equipment as needed, using appropriate hand and power tools.
• Diagnose basic mechanical issues with pumps, engines, hoses, and related components and report findings promptly.
• Log all inspections, maintenance activities, part changes, and observations accurately and consistently.
• Remain on call as needed and respond to pump or equipment issues, including traveling to client sites in a company vehicle.
• After the initial pump watch period, perform shop helper duties such as general clean-up and organizing the work area.
• Drive parts and equipment between the shop and client locations safely and efficiently.
• Assist mechanics with repairs, assembly, troubleshooting, and other mechanical tasks as directed.
• Support warehouse operations by handling hoses, parts, and equipment in the yard and shop.
• Follow blueprints or basic mechanical diagrams when assembling or troubleshooting equipment.
• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment as needed in the yard and shop.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, including the proper use of steel‑toe footwear and other required work attire.
• Maintain an organized work area in a busy, industrial, non‑climate‑controlled shop and yard environment.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to work on pumps, engines, hoses, and industrial equipment.
• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, working around heavy equipment and machinery.
• Basic mechanic experience, including changing oil and performing routine mechanical checks.
• Ability to watch and monitor pumps for extended periods, both in person and via camera systems.
• Hands‑on experience using hand tools and power tools for mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical issues.
• Comfort working with diesel engines and pump systems, or strong willingness to learn.
• Experience reading or following basic blueprints or mechanical diagrams.
• Forklift operation experience or the ability to quickly learn safe forklift use.
• Driving experience and comfort operating company vehicles to travel to client sites.
• High reliability and stamina to work 7 days per week, 12‑hour shifts (84 hours per week) for approximately four months.
• Willingness to perform a wide variety of shop tasks, including clean‑up, parts delivery, and assisting mechanics.
• Strong attention to detail for logging inspections, maintenance, and repairs accurately.

Why Work Here?

You join a company with a consistent flow of work and long‑term stability, supported by significant contracts that keep the operation busy for extended periods. You gain hands‑on training with diesel engines and industrial pump systems, building valuable mechanical skills that can grow your career. The environment offers exposure to a wide range of shop and field activities, allowing you to learn from experienced mechanics and broaden your industrial experience.

Work Environment

You work in a small, organized service and repair shop with a larger yard that houses spare parts and equipment. The facility is non‑climate‑controlled and not extremely clean, but it is structured and well organized to support efficient operations. The team includes several mechanics, warehouse and driver staff, inside sales, and operations personnel, creating a collaborative industrial environment. You participate in an on‑call rotation about one week per month, during which you may take a service truck to client sites for repairs and pump monitoring. During the initial four-month period, you work day or night 12‑hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., seven days per week (approximately 84 hours per week) . After this period, you transition to a shop helper schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with usual Saturdays and typical weekly hours around 50. Dress code consists of steel‑toe footwear, jeans, and a work shirt, suitable for an industrial shop and yard setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pearland, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pearland, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pearland,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.