Water / WW System Mechanic Assistant (Pumping & Control)

Water / WW System Mechanic Assistant (Pumping & Control)

Salary

$35,796.80 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

04/11/2026

Closing Date

5/29/2026 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

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 Drivers 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 here.

01

Do you have a a high school diploma or the equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

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

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a Valid Current Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Lubbock

Address 1314 Avenue K

Lubbock, Texas, 79401

Phone 806-775-2303

Website http://www.mylubbock.us