Vertical Pump Assembler II — Build & Test Powerful Pumps

GRUNDFOS; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 62,405,000 - 82,642,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Peerless Pump Company in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced Vertical Pump Assembler II to join our 1st shift team. You will assemble, test, and package vertical and horizontal pumps and pumping systems, combining precision mechanical work with welding and electrical testing.

Ideal candidates read engineering drawings, set up hydraulic tests, and perform precision machining while promoting safety and Lean practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent with vocational training in electrical, welding, precision measuring, or blueprint reading.
• Current welding certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to read engineering drawings/schematics and apply math to fabrication calculations.
• Proficiency with manual, power‑driven, and pneumatic hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and lifting equipment (cranes, hoists, forklifts).
• Veterans with related technical MOS experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, disassemble, align, adjust, and repair vertical and horizontal pumps; build package units by combining pumps with components and accessories into complete pumping systems
• Mount pumps and accessories to base plates using mechanical fasteners and welding; make electrical connections up to 480V 3-phase and mechanical connections
• Set up and perform hydraulic pressure tests, performance tests, and run tests on pumps and pumping systems, recording all results accurately
• Perform precision operations including drilling, tapping, fitting, reaming, honing, polishing, and acetylene cutting as required for mounting and leak repair
• Inspect components prior to assembly for suitability; read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications to determine assembly procedures and troubleshoot issues
• Provide training and instruction to team members while promoting safety, quality, and Lean manufacturing practices

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Mechanical aptitude

Precision measuring

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

LabVIEW

Cranes and hoists

Forklifts

Job description

Peerless Pump Company in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced Vertical Pump Assembler II to join our 1st shift team. You will assemble, test, and package vertical and horizontal pumps and pumping systems, combining precision mechanical work with welding and electrical testing.

Ideal candidates read engineering drawings, set up hydraulic tests, and perform precision machining while promoting safety and Lean practices.