Pump Mechanic

Job Title: Pump Mechanic

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dedicated pump repair and service shop on the day shift, where you will independently inspect, repair, and assemble a wide range of industrial pumps. You will perform detailed disassemble, clean, and inspect (DCI) procedures, diagnose mechanical issues, and document conditions to support accurate repair work scopes. The position requires strong hands-on mechanical skills with rotating equipment and the ability to work with minimal supervision on routine tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform DCI (disassemble, clean, and inspect) procedures on various pumps, including horizontal multi-stage pumps, single-stage pumps, overhung pumps, between-bearing pumps, API pumps, and vertical turbine pumps.
• Diagnose faults and mechanical issues in pumps and related rotating equipment, determining the appropriate repair actions.
• Document “as found” and “as built” conditions with clear photographs, dimensional measurements, and detailed disposition of components for all assigned jobs.
• Utilize precision measuring tools, including micrometers, bore gauges, veneer calipers, and dial indicators, to verify tolerances and ensure accurate fits.
• Perform shaft alignments using laser alignment systems to ensure proper installation and operation of rotating equipment.
• Balance impellers to improve performance and reduce vibration when required.
• Assemble and reassemble pumps and related rotating equipment following mechanical drawings, specifications, and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and repair pump systems used in municipal applications, ensuring reliable operation.
• Disassemble pumps and components safely and efficiently to support inspection and repair processes.
• Use manual lathes to perform threading operations on components when needed.
• Work with minimal supervision, completing routine work without instructions and escalating only non-routine issues as necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area within the shop environment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet quality standards and delivery timelines.
• Accurately record measurement data and repair details to support quality control and future reference.

Essential Skills

• Municipality pump experience, including service and repair of pumps used in municipal applications.
• At least 5 years of experience as a pump mechanic working on API pumps, horizontal multistage pumps, overhung pumps, between-bearing pumps, single-stage pumps, and/or vertical turbine pumps.
• Proven experience performing DCI procedures, including disassembling, cleaning, and inspecting pumps to develop repair work scopes with pictures, dimensional data, and dispositioning of all components for assigned jobs.
• Strong hands-on experience with pump assembly, troubleshooting, repair, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to disassemble and reassemble complex pump systems accurately and efficiently.
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, bore gauges, veneer calipers, and dial indicators.
• Experience performing shaft alignment using laser alignment systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and complete routine tasks without detailed instructions.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial pump operation and components.
• Capability to read and interpret mechanical information and apply it to repair and assembly tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience balancing impellers to reduce vibration and optimize pump performance.
• Threading experience on a manual lathe for machining and repair of pump components.
• Background working with turbines, compressors, or mechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with reading and working from blueprints and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail when documenting measurements, conditions, and repair steps.
• Commitment to safe work practices in a shop environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, privately held company that is experiencing rapid growth, providing a stable environment with opportunities to expand your skills and responsibilities. The organization values hands-on expertise and offers a setting where your contributions have visible impact. After conversion to direct employment, you can access Blue Cross Blue Shield health and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan with a 3% company match, 12 days of vacation, and holiday pay, supporting both your financial security and work-life balance.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean, climate-controlled pump repair and service facility in North Houston, focused on industrial rotating equipment. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime available as needed to meet workload and customer requirements. The shop environment uses precision measuring tools such as micrometers, bore gauges, veneer calipers, dial indicators, and laser alignment systems, as well as manual lathes and other standard mechanical equipment. The facility is organized to support efficient, high-quality mechanical work in a comfortable indoor setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spring, TX.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Spring,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.