Industrial / Process Pump Maintenance Technician

Role Summary An Industrial/Process Pump Maintenance Technician inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains rotating equipment and fluid-handling systems in manufacturing, oil & gas, water treatment, or chemical plants. Core Responsibilities Diagnosis & Troubleshooting: Identify mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical failures in centrifugal, positive displacement, gear, diaphragm, and submersible pumps. Repair & Rebuilding: Disassemble, clean, inspect, and rebuild pumps; replace worn bearings, mechanical seals, wear rings, impellers, and shafts. Preventative Maintenance (PM): Conduct routine checkups, vibration analysis, alignment (laser or dial indicator), and lubrication schedules to prevent catastrophic downtime. Installation & Startup: Install new pump units, set baseplates, perform precision shaft alignments, and assist with equipment commissioning. Documentation & CMMS: Log maintenance activities, track spare parts inventory, and report equipment histories using systems like Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. Safety & Compliance: Follow lock-out/tag-out (LOTO), confined space entry, and site safety protocols (such as OSHA guidelines). Required Qualifications & Skills Education: High School Diploma, GED, or an Associate degree in a technical, mechanical, or industrial science field. Experience: Typically 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience working with industrial rotating equipment and fluid systems. Technical Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, cross-sections, and piping/instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs). Understanding of pump curves, net positive suction head (NPSH), fluid dynamics, and tolerances. Proficiency with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators). Bonus / Preferred Skills: Basic welding, fabrication, forklift/crane operation, or electrical troubleshooting up Working Environment: Industrial plants, refineries, or heavy-duty field sites involving noise, heat, and rotating machinery. Physical demands include lifting heavy components (up to 50+ lbs), climbing, crouching, and working in tight or elevated spaces. May require shift rotations, on-call emergency response, or weekend work.