Pumps and Motors Specialist

City of Irving; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 76,564,000 - 107,940,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Irving's Lake Chapman raw water system is seeking a skilled technician at the booster station near Princeton, Texas. The role covers maintenance and repair of water and wastewater facilities, and oversight of pumps, motors, valves, and related electrical equipment across the distribution network.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED with some college or specialized training, plus two years of mechanical maintenance experience, CDL and relevant licenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus some college or specialized training.
• Two years of mechanical maintenance experience including work on electrical motors and pumps.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and pump curves; read/understand control systems and low voltage circuitry.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized tasks in construction, maintenance, repair and servicing of water and wastewater systems.
• Oversee operation of pumps, motors, valves and related electrical equipment; SCADA troubleshooting.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, agencies and contractors; respond to trouble calls as needed.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Read electrical diagrams

SCADA troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college or specialized training

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

This position is assigned to the Lake Chapman raw water system at the booster station located 12 miles east of McKinney, just outside of Princeton, Texas. Duties include performing specialized and highly skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, repair and servicing of water and wastewater distribution system facilities and equipment; overseeing and maintaining operation of pumps, motors and related electrical equipment and valves throughout the water distribution and wastewater collection systems; troubleshooting electrical and communications problems for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA); and coordinating activities with other departments, divisions, outside agencies and contractors. Duties may require entering confined spaces, climbing above ground and elevated storage tanks, working with low and medium voltage electrical equipment, and typically will require lifting up to 100 pounds frequently. A high school diploma or GED, plus some college or specialized training in a related field, and two years experience in mechanical maintenance and repair, including work on electrical motors, control systems, pumps and low voltage electrical circuitry required. Must have a valid Texas Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL); currently possess TCEQ-issued Class C Water and Collection II Wastewater licenses; and have the ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and pump curves. Must participate in the on‑call rotation and be able to respond to trouble calls after hours, including evenings, nights and weekends as needed.

PAY GRADE GG18 / FULL PAY RANGE $26.72 - $37.67 PER HOUR

The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. Click here to access the list of job titles. As a leader in water quality management, Irving Water Utilities strives to implement water quality protection standards and practices for its facilities and projects, and to maintain and implement state and federal water quality standards to a growing population of over 200,000. Water Utilities implements innovative and effective actions designed to provide excellent water quality and achieve high environmental leadership goals. Irving's role as a water quality leader is to ensure the highest level of environmental protection for the Irving community. Our staff participates in activities and events and serves on committees to facilitate the protection, improvement and good stewardship of watersheds in North Central Texas.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.