Industrial Pump Overhaul Specialist

Industrial Pump Overhaul Specialist

Picture this: it’s first shift in our Aston, PA facility. A vertical pump arrives on a skid. You coordinate the lift with the overhead crane, tear down with precision, measure every critical dimension with micrometers and calipers, and plan the path to a flawless rebuild. That’s the craft you’ll practice at Hydro, Inc., the largest independent pump reengineering aftermarket company in the world, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Chicago.

Your mission

Own the lifecycle of complex rotating equipment—especially horizontal and vertical pumps—from diagnosis to reassembly. Your work restores reliability for customers who depend on us.

How you’ll contribute

• Diagnose issues and rebuild large pumps of all types
• Interpret blueprints/schematics to set work procedures and build foundations for assembly/disassembly
• Operate manual, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric tools with mastery
• Use M&TE (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to verify tolerances and clearances
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely
• Work within tight accuracy standards and document results

What sets you up for success

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 7+ years as a pump mechanic or in a similar rotating equipment role
• Fluency with hand/power tools and shop equipment
• Ability to read and apply inspection data
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Manual dexterity, control precision, critical thinking, and deductive reasoning
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

The tools of the trade

• Manual, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric tools
• Micrometers, gauges, and related inspection tooling
• Fork trucks and overhead cranes
• Liquid Fill Pumps and Equipment

Environment & schedule

Industrial shop with large machinery, overhead cranes, trucks, and forklifts; traditional warehouse conditions. Full-time (in person), first shift.

Rewards

Hydro offers competitive pay, benefits, and room to grow. Compensation is based on your skills and experience.

Who we are

Hydro, Inc. delivers engineering expertise, pump repair, and service support to the industry worldwide.

Accessibility & legal notice

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

Core strengths

• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills