Licensed Pump Systems Technician (Journeyman Electrician)
pumplinePriest River (ID)
Licensed Pump Systems Technician (Journeyman Electrician)
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pumplinePriest River (ID)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Job Description:
Not Your Typical Electrical JobMost electricians spend their careers pulling wire, hanging devices, bending conduit, and troubleshooting the same systems over and over. This is not that job. At Pumpline, we solve problems most electricians never encounter. Even as an Electrical Contractor, we work on water systems, wastewater systems, pump controls, VFDs, motors, telemetry, generators, SCADA systems, pressure systems, lift stations, lake intakes, booster stations, and critical infrastructure that people depend on every day. If you are a licensed Journeyman Electrician or hold a Journeyman Pump Installer Specialty License who wants more challenge, more variety, and a path to become a true systems expert, keep reading.
Who We Are:
Pumpline is North Idaho's leading pump, controls, electrical, and water systems company.
We specialize in:
- Well pump systems
- Water distribution systemsWastewater lift stations
- Pump controls
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs)SCADA and telemetry
- Generators and backup power
- Industrial electrical systems
- Municipal and commercial infrastructure
- Our technicians are not "parts changers."They are problem solvers.
- We are building operators, leaders, and experts.
- Who We're Looking ForWe are searching for a licensed Journeyman Electrician or Journeyman Pump Installer Specialty License who:
- Loves troubleshooting
- Enjoys solving difficult problems
- Wants to learn new technologies
- Thrives in the field - In all Weather Conditions and Year RoundCan work independently
- Takes ownership
- Wants to master a highly unique trade
- Is never satisfied with "good enough"This role is ideal for someone who is bored doing the same electrical work every day and wants a career that continuously challenges them.
- If you're looking for a clock-punching job, this isn't it.
- If you're looking for a career where every day is different, you may have found your home.
- What Makes This Different?
- A traditional electrician works with:
- Buildings
- LightingReceptaclesService equipment
- Branch circuits
- Our technicians work with:
- All of the Above and......MotorsPump systems
- Control panelsPLCsSCADA systems
- TelemetryVFDsGeneratorsWater systemsWastewater systems
- Mechanical systems
- Hydraulic systems
- InstrumentationYou will become a multi-discipline technician capable of diagnosing problems that stump most electricians.
What You'll Do:
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Diagnose complex electrical issues
- Motor and control troubleshooting
- Voltage drop analysis
- Control circuit diagnosticsVFD diagnostics
- Generator integration
- Pump Systems
- Install and service well pump systemsInstall and service sewer pump systemsInstall and service booster pump systemsInstall and service lake pump systems
- Troubleshoot all types of water systems
- Diagnose hydraulic failures
- Perform system startups
- Controls & Automation
- Build and modify control panels
- Troubleshoot relay logic
- Program and configure VFDsAssist with telemetry systems
- Assist with SCADA integration
- Customer Service
- Explain findings to customers
- Present solutions professionally
- Document work thoroughly
- Deliver a world-class customer experience
- Training Provided
Even though we're looking for a licensed Journeyman Electrician or Journeyman Pump Installer, we do not expect you to arrive as a pump expert.
We will train you.
Our internal training includes:
Water systems fundamentals
Pump theory
Pump hydraulics
Well systemsWastewater systemsVFD applications
Pump controls
TelemetrySCADA fundamentals
Troubleshooting methodology
Advanced diagnostics
The right candidate will embrace continuous learning.
Minimum Qualifications:
RequiredCurrent Journeyman Electrician License or Journeyman Pump Installer License Hunger for more than just the Black & White Wire Situations Ability to follow Company Procedures & Documentation Self starter with Minimal Supervision Required Strong Decision Making Ability Valid driver's license Clean driving record Ability to pass background screening Strong troubleshooting skills Professional appearance Excellent communication skills PreferredPump experience Motor controls experienceVFD experience Generator experiencePLC experience Municipal or industrial experience Water or wastewater experience The Type of Person Who Excels HereYou may be a fit if you: Read manuals for fun Enjoy figuring out problems others cannot solve Ask "why" instead of just "how"Constantly seek improvement Like learning new technologies & methods Take pride in mastery Enjoy responsibility Want to become elite at your craft You probably won't fit if you: Resist change Need constant supervision Avoid difficult problems Dislike customers Believe you already know everything Make excuses for not performing or learning CompensationBase Pay$DOE per hour + Performance PayCompensation depends on: Licensing ExperienceTroubleshooting ability Leadership capability Technical knowledge Consistent Performance Additional Compensation (When Applicable)30 days / Per Year / PTO401K w/ Company Match to $1500/yrOn-Site Daycare Starting 2027 (No Charge to Team Members) Gym Membership Performance incentives Safety Bonuses Equity Builder Units Company tablet Paid training Continuing education Licensing support Career advancement opportunities Top performers are compensated accordingly. Career PathThis is not a dead-end technician position. Pathway includes: Junior Pump Technician Senior Pump Technician (Licensed) Lead Technician (Licensed) Field Service Supervisor (Licensed) Project Development Manager (Licensed) Branch Manager (Licensed) Regional Operations Leadership We promote from within whenever possible. The Pumpline Standard We live by four values: TrustDo what you say. Be someone the team can count on. Excellence Deliver your best work. Every time. Accountability Own the outcome. Excuses don't live here. Mastery Never stop learning. We call it: Holding the Line. Final Question Do you want another electrical job...Or do you want to become the technician everyone else calls when they can't figure it out? If you're driven by challenge, growth, and mastery, we'd like to talk to you. Apply today and begin building a career that goes far beyond electrical work. Pumpline, Inc. Water
- Wastewater
- Electrical
- Controls
- Automation We're building operators, not employees.
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