Lead Pump Mechanic Job Coronado area,California USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Lead Pump Mechanic (Wastewater/Storm Water)

Future Scheduled Salary Increases: 5.0% increase effective July 1, 2026.

Overview

The City of Coronado is seeking enthusiastic, qualified candidates for the position of Lead Pump Mechanic in the Wastewater-Storm Water Division of the Public Services and Engineering Department. The successful candidate will join a blended team of seasoned and talented members. Under direction, the Lead Pump Mechanic will lead, oversee, perform and participate in the more complex, difficult and skilled technical maintenance duties in the operation and repair of mechanical equipment at wastewater and stormwater pumping facilities;

to ensure work quality and adherence to work standards, train staff and establish standard operating procedures. The mission of the Public Services and Engineering Department is to maintain the City's physical infrastructure and provide the highest level of cost-effective maintenance for the City's beaches, facilities, parks, sanitary sewer and storm drain systems, and rights of way, while protecting the public's health and safety.

The Wastewater-Storm Water Division is responsible for the maintenance of 18 varying sized pump and lift stations, 11 nuisance flow diverter stations, 45 miles of sewer and 8 miles of storm collection systems.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, install and repair pumps, valves and associated equipment. Has knowledge of, and can perform electrical work using safe practices.

Lead, plan, train and review the work of staff responsible for performing skilled and technical maintenance duties in the operation and repair of mechanical equipment at wastewater pumping facilities.

Plan, direct and participate in conducting daily inspections of wastewater pump and sewer lift stations; receive, process and assign work orders; read, record and log meter readings; adjust various flow meters and automatic valves.

Train assigned employees in their areas of work including wastewater pump facility maintenance and repair methods, procedures and techniques.

Oversee the use, care and operation of wastewater and sewer line maintenance light and heavy equipment including a vactor, sewer rodder, forklift and backhoe.

Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.

Maintain, repair, install, test and service wastewater equipment including electric motors, pumps, circuit breakers, relays, water lines and television camera inspection equipment.

Remove and repair various electrical components; dismantle, repair and replace pump and compressor parts; monitor the operation of lift station pumping equipment.

Read and interpret various blueprints, schematics and rough sketches; plan and organize work on assigned work orders.

Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures including confined space entry requirements.

Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required.

Participate in rotational shifts including weekends and Standby/On-Call shifts as required. Employees assigned to Standby or On-Call duty must be available to respond and report to work within a reasonable amount of time, typically within forty-five (45) minutes of the receipt of the call.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Experienced; strong crew and project leadership skills.
Good working relationships with department management, other departments and the public.
Familiarity with budgets.
Intermediate level of administrative and computer skills in order to effectively track project status.
Innovative leader with strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize workload while maintaining flexibility.
Organizational awareness and ability to anticipate sensitive issues that could impact the community.
Able to convey information and ideas in an open and articulate manner.
Train and develop staff utilizing proper work methods, techniques, principles, and applications.
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