Well and Pump Technician

Well And Pump Technician

Rancho California Water District is currently seeking a well-qualified candidate to fill a Well and Pump Technician. This position will be filled at the I or II level.

Under immediate progressing to general supervision, to perform a variety of maintenance and repair work on District well and pump stations.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Remove, repair, and install booster pumps and wells; assist in the general maintenance of District facilities.
• Perform routine repair/maintenance of various District facilities; water well rehabilitation process including bailing, brushing, swabbing, air lifting and oil removal procedures.
• Charge surge tanks at wells and pump stations.
• Remove and replace well and pump motors.
• Remove and install boosters, well pumps, and electric motors.
• Perform repairs or make adjustments to packing or mechanical seals in vertical and horizontal pumps.
• Install piping, valves, solenoids and other piping accessories for well and pump station equipment
• Operate Vibration Evaluation equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot pumps and related equipment to determine source of problem and/or failure.
• Conduct site inspections including piping, fasteners, cleanliness, oil levels, and general condition of pumps and motors.
• Complete repair reports, and related documentation.
• Maintain and repair portable pump units.
• Inspect and clean well and booster sites.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The essential functions of this position may require the employee to perform the following physical activities:

• Operates a District vehicle to travel between job sites and remote facilities.
• Must be able to carry, push, pull, reach and lift equipment and parts up to 50 lbs. and heavier weights with the use of proper assistance.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and climb during regular duties.
• Communicates verbally with District management, co-workers, and the public in face-to-face, one-on-one, and group meetings.
• Use office equipment such as computers, copier, and fax machines.
• Regularly uses a telephone or radio for communication.
• Ability to speak and hear both in person, by telephone, and radio.
• Vision within normal ranges with or without correction.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Regular attendance.

The essential functions of this position may expose the employee to the following working conditions:

• 50%-100% of work time spent outside a building exposed to the sun.
• Inclement weather.
• Hot and cold temperatures.
• Hazardous materials.
• Electrical hazards.
• Heights.
• Confined spaces.
• Potentially dangerous tools and equipment.
• Traffic hazards.
• Trenching and excavations.
• Wildlife.

Other requirements include:

• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and overtime, as necessary.
• May be required to serve stand-by duty as assigned by management.