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Stormwater Pump Station Technician (Port Arthur, TX)
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Key Responsibilities
Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in the operation, repair,
Requirements Summary
Principles, practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in pump machinery maintenance and repair. Basic record keeping and report preparation techniques. ]Pertinent Federal, State,
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SALARY: $23.75 - $34.95, Hourly (DOE&Q) NON-EXEMPT
OPENING DATE: 08/21/2026
CLOSING DATE: 08/28/2026 by 5 pm
DEFINITION:
To conduct skilled mechanical work on the maintenance, repair, operation, and upkeep of stormwater pump stations, ditches, and to provide technical assistance for their daily operations.
SUPERIVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from upper-level staff.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate in the operation, repair, maintenance and upkeep of the city’s stormwater pump stations.
Maintain a regular inspection schedule of equipment, machinery, and facilities; troubleshoot electrical and mechanical aspects of the stormwater pump systems.
Develop and direct a regular inspection of pumps, motors, dry shafts, and screens. While also maintaining clean ditch line systems.
Operate some heavy equipment in the maintenance and repair of stormwater facilities and systems including backhoes, bobcats, and city vehicles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Investigate complaints and reports of pump malfunctions, adjust, repair, or remove defective equipment, and make field repairs of damaged equipment.
Lubricate and grease pumps, and repair worn or damaged parts, including starters, belts, and alternators, as necessary. Change oil in electric and diesel engines.
Perform a variety of preventive maintenance tasks on pumping and electrical equipment and machinery.
Maintain accurate work records, order supplies, parts, and materials.
Utilize a variety of manual tools to complete assigned projects, including shoveling various materials, weed-eating, grass mowing, and cutting trees throughout various ditch lines to ensure proper drainage.
Perform related duties assigned.
Other Important Responsibilities and Duties:
Participate in a variety of activities involving travel between various city facilities and properties and other related external business and government agencies, which may include facility inspections, preparations, and repairs.
May perform various carpentry and painting duties related to assigned projects.
Maintain and service tools and equipment used in plant maintenance.
May assist in preparing, forming, and pouring cement.
Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in pump machinery maintenance and repair.
Basic record keeping and report preparation techniques.
]Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations.
City and departmental policies and procedures.
Safe and efficient work practices when working with electrical and mechanical equipment.
Ability to:
Maintain and prepare various records and reports
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings and maps.
Identify mechanical and electrical problems and take appropriate corrective action.
Operate some heavy equipment including backhoes, bobcats, and weed eaters.
Work in emergency situations, with care and discretion.
Operate a motor vehicle.
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
Ability to:
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
Effectively deal with personal danger, which may include exposure to:
Communicate effectively.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
One year of experience in the maintenance of drainage waterways, repair of pumps, motors, mechanical, and electrical machinery.
Training:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialization training in mechanics or a related field is desirable.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment, an Herbicide license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
Stormwater Pump Technician – Public Works-Drainage, Posting #26-077.
OPENING DATE: 08/21/2026
CLOSING DATE: 08/28/2026 by 5 pm
DEFINITION:
To conduct skilled mechanical work on the maintenance, repair, operation, and upkeep of stormwater pump stations, ditches, and to provide technical assistance for their daily operations.
SUPERIVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from upper-level staff.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate in the operation, repair, maintenance and upkeep of the city’s stormwater pump stations.
Maintain a regular inspection schedule of equipment, machinery, and facilities; troubleshoot electrical and mechanical aspects of the stormwater pump systems.
Develop and direct a regular inspection of pumps, motors, dry shafts, and screens. While also maintaining clean ditch line systems.
Operate some heavy equipment in the maintenance and repair of stormwater facilities and systems including backhoes, bobcats, and city vehicles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Investigate complaints and reports of pump malfunctions, adjust, repair, or remove defective equipment, and make field repairs of damaged equipment.
Lubricate and grease pumps, and repair worn or damaged parts, including starters, belts, and alternators, as necessary. Change oil in electric and diesel engines.
Perform a variety of preventive maintenance tasks on pumping and electrical equipment and machinery.
Maintain accurate work records, order supplies, parts, and materials.
Utilize a variety of manual tools to complete assigned projects, including shoveling various materials, weed-eating, grass mowing, and cutting trees throughout various ditch lines to ensure proper drainage.
Perform related duties assigned.
Other Important Responsibilities and Duties:
Participate in a variety of activities involving travel between various city facilities and properties and other related external business and government agencies, which may include facility inspections, preparations, and repairs.
May perform various carpentry and painting duties related to assigned projects.
Maintain and service tools and equipment used in plant maintenance.
May assist in preparing, forming, and pouring cement.
Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in pump machinery maintenance and repair.
Basic record keeping and report preparation techniques.
]Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations.
City and departmental policies and procedures.
Safe and efficient work practices when working with electrical and mechanical equipment.
Ability to:
Maintain and prepare various records and reports
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings and maps.
Identify mechanical and electrical problems and take appropriate corrective action.
Operate some heavy equipment including backhoes, bobcats, and weed eaters.
Work in emergency situations, with care and discretion.
Operate a motor vehicle.
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
- Making observations
- Reading and writing
- Operating assigned equipment
- Communicating with others
- Identifying malfunctioning equipment and machinery
- Interpreting plans and drawings
- Demonstrating intellectual capabilities
Ability to:
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
- Walking, stooping, kneeling, standing or sitting for extended periods of time
- Elevating and moving heavy materials and equipment
- Climbing ladders or stairs
- Operating assigned equipment
Effectively deal with personal danger, which may include exposure to:
- Hazardous and toxic chemicals and materials
- Electrical hazards
- Confined or high workplaces
- Loud noises
- Intense levels of vibration
Communicate effectively.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
One year of experience in the maintenance of drainage waterways, repair of pumps, motors, mechanical, and electrical machinery.
Training:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialization training in mechanics or a related field is desirable.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment, an Herbicide license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
Stormwater Pump Technician – Public Works-Drainage, Posting #26-077.
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
Attn: Hiring Manager
P.O. Box 1089
Port Arthur, Texas 77641-1089
(EEO/AA/V/F/RC/H)
The City of Port Arthur is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Attn: Hiring Manager
P.O. Box 1089
Port Arthur, Texas 77641-1089
(EEO/AA/V/F/RC/H)
The City of Port Arthur is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Department: Drainage
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position
Requisition Number: 26-077
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Listing Details
- First seen
- August 22, 2026
- Last seen
- August 28, 2026
Posting Health
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- Repost count
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- Trust Level
- 51%
- Scored at
- August 22, 2026
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