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Pump Department Operations / Project Manager Living Water Well Drilling & Pumps Merced, CA Job Details Full-time | Contract $60,000 - $100,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Fuel card Company truck 401(k) Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Dispatching Driver's License Mechanical pump maintenance Organizational skills Water systems Industrial pump maintenance and repair Water pump maintenance Hydraulics Full Job Description Pump Department Manager Job Overview

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(209) 355-5640 Living Water Well Drilling & Pumps is seeking a Pump Department Manager to help lead and manage our water well pump and service operations. This position requires actual water well and pump experience. Candidates should have working knowledge of water well pumps, motors, controls, pressure systems, pump installation and removal, troubleshooting, and general pump service operations. We are open to candidates at different levels of management experience. An experienced pump professional with strong leadership ability may be brought in and developed into the position, while an experienced Pump Service Manager or Pump Department Manager may be given responsibility for the department immediately. Compensation will be based on experience, technical knowledge, and the level of responsibility the candidate is capable of assuming. There is significant earning and advancement potential for someone who can independently manage the department. Company management will continue to handle the majority of sales and estimating. The Pump Department Manager's primary responsibility is execution: once work is sold, making sure the right people, equipment, materials, and schedule are in place to get the job completed properly and efficiently. Responsibilities Schedule and manage pump service crews and technicians. Coordinate manpower, service trucks, pump rigs, equipment, tools, and materials. Manage the daily and weekly pump department schedule. Review upcoming jobs and ensure crews are properly prepared before dispatch. Oversee active pump projects from scheduling through completion. Provide technical support and direction to pump technicians. Troubleshoot pump, motor, control, pressure, and water-system problems. Coordinate pump removals, installations, repairs, testing, and startups. Read and understand pump curves, horsepower requirements, flow, pressure, total dynamic head, voltage, amperage, and other basic pump-system information. Manage pumps, motors, pipe, wire, controls, fittings, and service inventory. Order and coordinate materials and equipment for upcoming projects. Maintain organization and accountability within the shop and yard. Oversee company tools and equipment assigned to the pump department. Coordinate maintenance and repairs of service trucks and pump equipment. Review employee time, service tickets, materials, and completed job documentation. Communicate with customers regarding scheduling and project status when necessary. Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors. Help train and develop pump technicians. Maintain productivity, workmanship, safety, and accountability throughout the department. Work directly with ownership/management to continually improve pump department operations. Qualifications Water well pump experience required. Strong understanding of submersible and/or vertical turbine pump systems. Experience with pump motors, controls, pressure systems, drop pipe/column pipe, electrical troubleshooting, and related equipment. Ability to understand pump performance, flow, pressure, horsepower, TDH, and pump curves. Experience troubleshooting water well and pump-system problems. Previous leadership, foreman, superintendent, service management, or project management experience preferred. Strong organizational and scheduling skills. Ability to manage multiple crews and projects simultaneously. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to hold employees accountable while maintaining a productive working environment. Comfortable using computers, email, scheduling systems, and job-management software. Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Compensation & Benefits Compensation is dependent upon pump experience and management capabilities. We are willing to consider both an experienced pump professional ready to move into management and an established pump manager capable of immediately assuming significant responsibility.

The position includes:

Competitive salary based on experience Company truck Company-paid fuel card Company phone Company credit card for authorized business expenses For the right candidate, this position has the opportunity to develop into full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the pump department.

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person