Behind every beautiful zoo is a dedicated maintenance team. The Honolulu Zoo is looking for an Electrical Pump Mechanic ! Under the general supervision of the Park Grounds Maintenance Superintendent, this position installs, repairs, overhauls and maintains a variety of electrically-driven pumps, electric motors, valves and appurtenant equipment. What You Will Do Operate, service, install and repair pumps, switches, valves, gaskets, fittings, bearings, filters, motors, chlorinators for operations of complex filtration and circulation systems. Monitor and address pump filtration and circulation gauges and pressure readings. Checks and adjust water levels. Perform water quality tests. Practice ozone safety and operations. Work closely with head of maintenance and staff to trouble shoot and resolve problems with complex filtration and circulations systems. Communicate effectively, coordinate activities, work harmoniously with others, follow and understand policies and procedures, write reports and instructions and follow safety regulations and procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned. Special Work Requirements 7-day-a-week operation, hours may vary, and must be able to work evening, holidays and weekends. Exposure to acids, chlorine, and sewage gases. Heavy lifting and carrying. Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/ . Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!

HIRING PROCESS

: Applications must be submitted online in order to be accepted. This job posting will close on August 8, 2026 , 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST). Interviews will be held on August 27 , 2 026 . A conditional job offer will be made after all interviews have concluded. Additional interviews for future vacancies may be scheduled by the individual hiring departments as vacancies occur. Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:

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gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list. Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply. At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

: Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey level skills and duties of this position, involving the repair and overhaul of electrically-driven pumps and related equipment.

Applicable Skills Required Knowledge of:

tools, materials and practices used in the maintenance and repair of electrically operated pumps and other equipment such as chlorinators, filters, manual and hydraulic valves, electric motors, shaft seals, etc.; hazards and safety practices involved in working around electricity and moving machinery.

Ability to:

diagnose mechanical and electrical defects in the operation of electrically-driven pumps and make repairs independently; work harmoniously with others.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT

: Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3/automobile) prior to appointment. If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.