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Tampa Skyline
Tampa Skyline

Stormwater Pump Station Technician

Recruitment #260303-366070-001

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Introduction

This is responsible technical work involving the compliance inspections, maintenance, and operational functions of stormwater pump stations throughout the city. This is a bargaining unit position.

Nature Of Work

The Stormwater Pump Station Technician is responsible for the inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of the municipality’s stormwater pump stations and related infrastructure. This position ensures continuous and reliable operation of pumps, control systems, mechanical equipment, and electrical components that manage stormwater flow and reduce flooding risk. Work is of average difficulty and is performed with limited supervision, independently and as part of a team, often under adverse weather conditions or during emergency responses. Work is reviewed through conferences, observations, reports submitted, and results obtained.

Examples of Duties

Perform routine inspections of stormwater pump stations, wet wells, valves, force mains, and associated facilities.

Operate and maintain stormwater pumps, motors, generators, electrical panels, SCADA systems, telemetry, control equipment, etc.

Conduct routine preventive maintenance, including lubrication, cleaning, filter replacement, minor mechanical adjustments, if needed.

Diagnoses and suggest repair of mechanical concerns, such as, electrical and hydraulic issues with pump station equipment. 

Monitor system performance using SCADA or other computerized control systems; respond to alarms and equipment failures. 

Perform debris removal, bar screen cleaning, and sediment removal activities to maintain proper flow. Assist with emergency response efforts during severe weather conditions, including flooding events, heavy rains, threats of tropical storms, or hurricane like conditions, pump failures; operate emergency generators as needed.

Maintain accurate records of work performed, equipment status, inspections, and maintenance logs. Coordinate with contractors, electricians, and other municipal staff for major repairs or upgrades. Follow all safety rules, environmental regulations, and municipal polices.

Participate in on-call rotations if needed; work hours may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays; storm-related overtime may be required, and or mandatory. May act as a lead worker on specific projects or during field activities.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of: stormwater pump station operations, hydraulics, and flow control principles.

Skill in: diagnosing mechanical systems including pumps, motors, bearings, shafts, seals, and gearboxes; basic to intermediate electrical principles, including circuits, relays, sensors, and motor controls; SCADA, telemetry, PLCs, and automated monitoring systems; problem-solving; effective communication.

Ability to: safely operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized maintenance equipment; work in confined spaces, lift heavy equipment, and perform physical labor.

Understanding of: lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and general safety practices; municipal stormwater regulations, NPDES requirements (if applicable), and flood mitigation procedures.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, and entering confined spaces. Ability to work in wet, noisy conditions and around moving mechanical parts or electrical hazards.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school with five (5) years of experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, industrial maintenance, or water/wastewater systems. Ability to read technical manuals, electrical diagrams, and equipment schematics is required. Basic computer skills; experience with SCADA systems a plus.

Or

An equivalent combination of education (not less than possession of a high school diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above.


Licenses or Certifications

Valid state driver’s license required.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B preferred. 
Confined Space Entry, First Aid/CPR, and HAZMAT awareness training preferred or required within 6 months.

Examination

Evaluation of education and experience. Drug testing is included in all pre-employment processing.

Conclusion

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