Salary : $34,923.20 Annually
Location : Lubbock, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: W721-6343
Department: Water Utilities and Public Works
Division: 6343 - Pumping and Control
Opening Date: 05/03/2025
Closing Date: 5/23/2025 5:00 PM Central

Summary

Assists in repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of heavy industrial equipment such as large pumps, valves, and compressors.
Essential Functions

• Disassemble, clean, replace parts, and assemble heavy industrial equipment typically found in waterworks systems including pumps, valves, motors, and compressors;
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspect equipment for proper operation or signs of malfunction. Use electronic test equipment to collect machine data such as vibration and shaft alignment;
• Obtain parts and supplies as necessary to complete repairs;
• Assist mechanic in installation of new equipment or repair of existing equipment;
• Assist in documentation of work orders and contacting vendors;
• Check pumps periodically for leaks;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one year experience in maintenance and/or repair of heavy stationary equipment; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
Valid Current Driver's License

Physical Exam Required
Requires employee to be clean-shaven

*** Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components.This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and methods of mechanical repair.

Ability to:

• Use a variety of power, pneumatic, and hand tools;
• Properly use safety equipment such as gas detectors and breathing
  apparatus;
• Drive a forklift;
• Handle tools, repair parts, etc.;
• Perform hard physical labor around sewage.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry and lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds;
• Frequently stand and walk during the shift;
• Frequently climb ladders, stairs and inclined surfaces;
• Frequently pull and push objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right and left while sitting and standing;
• Place arms above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle;
• Frequently bend and kneel while working on equipment;
• Move body in a crawling motion.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click
01

Do you have one year of experience in maintenance and/or repair of heavy stationary equipment?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Valid Current Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

03

This position requires the employee to be clean-shaven to ensure proper use and fit of safety equipment (e.g., respirators, face masks) as outlined by safety regulations. Are you able and willing to comply with this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question