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Granite Construction, Inc.

Pump Tech

Louisville, KY · On-site

General Summary The Pump Tech is an entry level role primarily responsible for assisting with water pump installation tasks and performing routine mechanical work. This position is mainly outside ...

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Pump Tech

Fremont, NE · On-site

General Summary The Pump Tech is an entry level role primarily responsible for assisting with water pump installation tasks and performing routine mechanical work. This position is mainly outside ...

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Pump Tech

Schoharie, NY · On-site

General Summary The Pump Tech is an entry level role primarily responsible for assisting with water pump installation tasks and performing routine mechanical work. This position is mainly outside ...

Granite

Pump Tech

Louisville, KY · On-site

General Summary The Pump Tech is an entry level role primarily responsible for assisting with water pump installation tasks and performing routine mechanical work. This position is mainly outside ...

Granite

Pump Tech - Layne

Memphis, TN · On-site

General Summary The Pump Tech is an entry level role primarily responsible for assisting with water pump installation tasks and performing routine mechanical work on large water well pumps. Essential ...

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Pump Tech - Layne

Middletown, OH · On-site

General Summary The Pump Tech is an entry level laborer position primarily responsible for ... Collect and accurately label water samples for analysis to ensure precise and reliable data ...

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Water Well Pump Operator

Coeur D Alene, ID · On-site

$30 - $50/hr

The Water Well Pump Operator is responsible for managing and maintaining water well pump systems including submersible, centrifugal, and jet pumps. Working primarily outdoors in rural settings, the ...

Smith Pump Company, Inc.

Licensed Pump Installer

Waco, TX · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Works with engineers, pump mechanics and panel technicians in problem-solving solutions on a wide variety of water and waste water pumps, motors and controls, with shop work as required. Correctly ...

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Pump Tech - Layne

Wichita, KS · On-site

General Summary The Pump Tech is an entry level role primarily responsible for assisting with water pump installation tasks and performing routine mechanical work. Overnight travel and outdoor work ...

City of Irving, TX

Raw Water Pumping Operator

Irving, TX · On-site

$50K - $71K/yr

Water Utilities Opening Date: 03/12/2026 Job Posting THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE Duties include operating raw water pump stations, electrical systems and the ...

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How much do water pump jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for water pump in the United States is $52,091.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $62,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a water pump?

A Water Pump job typically involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of water pumps used in residential, commercial, or industrial settings. Professionals in this role ensure proper water flow by diagnosing issues, replacing faulty components, and performing regular inspections. They may work with various pump types, such as centrifugal, submersible, or booster pumps, depending on the specific application. Strong mechanical skills and knowledge of plumbing or electrical systems are often required for this position.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a water pump technician?

As a Water Pump Technician, your daily tasks usually include inspecting, maintaining, and repairing water pumps or related systems at customer sites or facilities. You may troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, perform preventive maintenance, and record service activities for compliance and reporting purposes. Collaboration with other technicians, site supervisors, and sometimes clients is common, ensuring smooth workflow and effective problem-solving. Depending on the employer, you could also assist with installations or upgrades to existing pump systems. This hands-on role is ideal for those who enjoy varied workdays and taking an active role in critical infrastructure support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the water pump position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Water Pump Technician, you need mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and experience with fluid systems or pumps, often supported by vocational training or related certifications. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, pump maintenance equipment, and sometimes EPA or state-level water system certifications is highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and customer service mindset set top candidates apart. These skills are essential for ensuring reliable water delivery, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety and compliance standards.

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Infographic showing various Water Pump job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,091 per year, or $25 per hour.

Pump Tech

Louisville, KY • On-site

Granite Construction, Inc.
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite's century-old success. We're building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
The Pump Tech is an entry level role primarily responsible for assisting with water pump installation tasks and performing routine mechanical work. This position is mainly outside work and travels overnight on occasion.
Essential Job Accountabilities
  • Assist in the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of water pumps to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
  • Drive equipment to job sites - CDL A or B preferred
  • Lift and move pipe and pump components weighing up to 50 lbs., and assist with lifting components up to 100 lbs. to support operational needs
  • Operate and maintain service trucks, cranes, boom trucks, generators, engines, pumps, and other equipment used on water pumping sites to ensure reliable and efficient operation
  • Collaborate with the crew and work independently to accomplish tasks to achieve project goals and deadlines
  • Maintain accurate records of time, materials, and other required paperwork to ensure proper documentation and accountability
  • Load and unload trucks with equipment and materials to facilitate smooth logistics and operations
  • Transport equipment between sites and set up for jobs to ensure timely and efficient project execution
  • Collect and accurately label water samples for analysis to ensure precise and reliable data collection
  • Ensure adherence to all safety and quality procedures to maintain a safe and efficient work environment
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall team objectives and project success

Education
  • High school diploma or GED
  • CDL A or B a plus

Work Experience
  • Construction site experience or similar outdoor industry experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Able to work in small teams successfully
  • Must be mechanically inclined, experience with hydraulic pumps a plus
  • Must be able to travel overnight for up to 2 weeks at a time, as job sites vary across the nation
  • Must be dependable and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs occasionally
  • Must be able to stand for 10-12-hour shifts

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a small hand tools. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills
  • Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
  • Ability and willingness to abide by company code of conduct on a daily basis
  • Must be able to travel and be away from home for up to 2 weeks at a time
  • Must have clean driving record and a valid driver's license
  • CDL license - Class A or B preferred
  • Must be able to work Safe and follow directions

About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

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