Pump Mechanic

REF 1510870
19.04.2024 | Abu Dhabi | full time
General
Location: Abu Dhabi
Occupancy: full time
Description
Pump technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing pumps that are used in a variety of industrial settings. They commonly work with pumps that use water or other liquids to move materials from one place to another.

Pump technicians must have extensive knowledge about the equipment they’re working on. This includes knowing how each component works individually as well as how it interacts with other components. They also need to know how different types of pumps operate under various conditions so they can properly diagnose problems when they arise.

Pump technicians have a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:

Installing and repairing pumps and other equipment, including replacing motors, seals, bearings, and other parts as needed
Inspecting pumps to determine any issues with wear and tear or damage, using tools such as ultrasonic testing equipment and bubble levels
Maintaining records of maintenance activities and repair work performed on pumps
Performing tests on new pumps to ensure they are operating correctly before they are installed into the system
Troubleshooting problems with pumps or other equipment to determine the cause of malfunctions
Repairing or replacing seals, bearings, couplings, or other components on pumps
Installing, maintaining, repairing and replacing pumps, valves, and other equipment for water treatment plants, power plants, oil refineries, chemical plants, and other industrial facilities
Repairing or replacing broken pipes, valves, fittings, or other components of a system
Operating and maintaining pumps in order to deliver fluids such as water, sewage, or oil, to a desired location
Requirements
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Two-year associate’s degree in plumbing or another related field. Courses in plumbing, hydraulics, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics can be helpful for aspiring pump technicians.
Provisions
Salary: to be discussed
Employment visa
Publisher
direct employer
up to 50 employees