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Pump Mechanic

Synerfac
Chesapeake, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Synerfac is seeking a Pump Mechanic to work the day shift for our client in Chesapeake, VA. Our client is one of the largest independently owned motor and pump shops in the U.S. that focuses on rebuilding and remanufacturing rotating electrical and mechanical equipment.

The Pump Mechanic is responsible for the disassembly, mechanical inspection, troubleshooting, and re-assembly of all types, sizes, and configurations of pumps and blowers to include Submersible Pumps, Close-Coupled Pumps, End Suction Radial Pumps, Vertical Turbine Pumps, Axial Split Case Pumps, and Centrifugal Pumps / Blowers.

Responsibilities :

  • Disassemble, troubleshoot, and reassemble various types of motor-driven pumps and blowers.
  • Effectively clean and prepare mechanical / electrical components for inspection using typical shop equipment to include sandblasters, cabinet blasters, dip tanks, steam wash pits, bake ovens, etc.
  • Examine parts for defects, such as eccentricities, rubs, wear, excessive damage, etc.
  • Perform detailed mechanical and visual component inspections to determine root cause of failure, documenting all relevant "As-Found" data (register fits, internal bores, outer diameters, etc.) on applicable forms.
  • Recommend disposition on company job cards and Customer spec sheets.
  • Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns, if necessary. Safely oversee lifting / rigging of all equipment, weighing upwards of 25 tons.
  • Lead and mentor less experienced mechanics throughout each phase of the repair process.
  • Balance rotating assemblies to an industry standard of 4W / N, utilizing all shop balancing equipment.
  • Perform hydrostatic pressure testing on refurbished pumps, prior to shipment back to customer.
  • Perform criteria acceptance testing on close coupled pump motors, submersible pump motors, etc.

Job Requirements

  • 5 years of pump mechanic experience
  • Basic 3 phase electrical knowledge and familiarity with standard electrical testing equipment, to include : megohmmeters, multimeters, ammeters, winding resistance meters, Low / High Voltage Test Panels.
  • Ability to accurately and effectively use typical mechanical measuring equipment to include Inside / Outside Micrometers, vernier calipers, depth gauges, steel rulers, etc. (typical measuring equipment utilized daily in a machine shop environment).
  • Accurately and effectively read, understand, and interpret pump specific technical manuals, component drawings and sketches, follow industry standards and practices, interpret, and follow customer specifications / requirements and company policies / procedures.
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