Methods, techniques, and objectives of maintenance of water distribution equipment and related systems including wells and well houses, pumps and pumping stations, booster stations, pressure reducing stations, storage tanks, and individual pumping/purification systems; Methods, techniques and objectives of installing, maintaining and upgrading remote and electronic monitoring, recording, communications and alarm systems, including but not limited to, systems in wells and well houses, pumps and pumping stations, booster stations, pressure reducing stations, storage tanks and individual pumping/purification systems; Methods, techniques and objectives of troubleshooting and repairing systems; Operation of chlorination and other related purification and treatment methods, techniques, and objectives; Operation of specialized electrical testing equipment; Operation of specialized electrical control and monitoring systems; Operation of specialized pump control, pressure relief, pressure reducing, altitude valves, and related systems; Water quality and purity testing methods, techniques, and objectives; Operation of light and medium equipment including, but not limited to, air compressor, jack hammer, dump truck, backhoe, loader, excavator, boom truck, and lift; Operation of power equipment and hand tools; Operation of specialized electrical testing equipment; Operation of a personal computer and job-related software applications; Methods, techniques, and objectives of maintaining pump and lift station buildings and grounds; Basic knowledge of welding techniques (arc and mig); Basic building trades including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and related skills; State, local, and other applicable building, safety, and health codes and regulations; Federal regulations and City policies regarding safe work practices relating to confined space, elevated tanks, electrical equipment lockout/tagout, chemical handling, use of light and medium equipment, power tools, ladders and power lifts, and repair and maintenance materials. The Water Department Pump & Purification Technician maintains the Water Distribution system by performing installation, maintenance and repair work on wells, well houses, pumps and pumping stations, booster stations, pressure reducing stations, storage tanks and individual pumping/purification systems.