Pump Station Maintenance Machinist

An online application including responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration.Please do not attach resume and cover letter as they will not be considered in the review of candidates qualifications.

At Seattle Public Utilities we are looking for a team member who has vast knowledge as well as understanding of emerging technologies to serve to maintain Drainage & Wastewater equipment and facilities. This position is responsible for maintaining Drainage & Wastewater equipment and facilities to ensure that SPU follows the EPA consent decree and NPDES permitting requirements. The scope of maintenance requires all pumping and controlling throughout the transmission network. This position provides a prospective candidate to have a lasting impact on large-scale projects uniquely assisting a Utility that is perpetually evolving.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water drainage and wastewater and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPUs work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) check out the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting hiring and promotional opportunities.

Why join us

We know work isnt only about what you do its also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

• Install maintain troubleshoot diagnose and repair water wastewater Combines Sewer Overflow (CSO)and backflow prevention system mechanical equipment including all motor-driven pumps and motor operated valves throughout the transmission network.
• Machine precision parts for pumps compressors and valves; manufacture custom-made shafts shaft sleeves wear rings packing glands bore and sleeve housing and repairs impellers using lathes milling machines grinders drill presses welders and cutting torches.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspection activities on motor driven pumps compressors gates ventilation equipment pipes oilers and motor operated valves.
• Installs maintains and repairs various facilities equipment and systems such as roof drainage overhead bridge cranes pipes and oilers.
• Order parts and supplies utilizing system generated work orders.
• Report and document daily activities maintenance and repairs performed on system equipment.
• Respond to system emergencies to provide services during storm events to restore normal operations.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education/Experience:

• Requires two (2) years of journey-level machinist/millwright experience OR
• Four (4) years of machine work/mechanical repair experience OR
• A combination of education/experience/training which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class.

License Certification and Other Requirements:

• Current Washington State drivers license
• Confined space Fall Protection and Traffic Control Certifications are required within one (1) year of employment.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Requires considerable physical exertion.
• Requires working around potentially hazardous equipment chemicals raw sewage toxic gases rotating machinery high voltage high pressure and heavy equipment.
• Work will be performed outdoors in all weather conditions and sometimes in heavy traffic.
• Occasionally requires working at heights depths (up to 60 feet) or in confined and awkward workspaces inclement weather conditions fall slip and trip hazards and live traffic.
• May occasionally be required to be on-call 24 hours a day and to work extended shifts as required.
• Employee may be required to work any shift or schedule.

The ideal candidate may possess:

• Ability to work from blueprints.
• Ability to make decisions concerning appropriate repair maintenance or design needs of specialized parts or tools.
• Ability to use good judgement in recommending cost effectiveness of designs.

Application Requirement(s):

• A full City of Seattle online application. Please DO NOT include a resume or cover letter. They will not be considered in review of candidates qualifications.
• If you are selected to advance in this hiring process you may be asked to acquire a Full Washington Drivers Abstract from the Department of Licensing. Please do not provide until requested.

• Background CheckVerbiage:Thishiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattles Fair Chance Employment Ordinance SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
• SPUs safety program requires a pre-employment medical assessment as a condition of employment in this position.

The full salary range for this position is $51.52 - $53.71 per hour.

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at:
may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation or gender identity.

If you have any questions please contact Uma Suseelan at
Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page