Pump Mechanic — Sulzer
- Location
- Joliet
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 47 days ago
Role overview
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.
Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
The Pump Mechanic is responsible for repairing and maintenance of Sulzer Pumps’ and all other manufacturers’ pumping equipment while strictly adhering to customer, OEM and industry standard specifications.
- Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.
- Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
- Key Responsibilities
- Assembling all types of pump equipment to customer, OEM and industry standard specifications
- / Requirements Analytical and interpersonal skills Attention to detail
- Extensive knowledge of and ability to use hand tools, precision measuring and testing equipment and machine shop equipment
Main responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities
- Assembling all types of pump equipment to customer, OEM and industry standard specifications
- Disassembling equipment to gain access remove, clean and inspect components
- Inspecting & recording component measurements using instruments, tools and gages and providing inspection report
- Investigating and determining root cause failure
- Determining proper materials for repairs as per BOM
- Contouring impellers and pump casings to meet hydraulic requirements
- Setting and operating dynamic balancing equipment Performing final testing and inspections
Key requirements
- / Requirements Analytical and interpersonal skills Attention to detail
- Extensive knowledge of and ability to use hand tools, precision measuring and testing equipment and machine shop equipment
- Minimum five (5) years of pump repair experience Ability to work with limited supervision
- Ability to travel to and work at customer sites Ability to work overtime What we offer you
- 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
- 401k plan with a 6% match
- Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability Health savings account matching Motivating wellness program Employee Assistance Program Paid paternal leave Gym reimbursement
- Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer.
- We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
- We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
Additional details
- Setting and operating dynamic balancing equipment Performing final testing and inspections Qualifications / Requirements Analytical and interpersonal skills Attention to detail
- Minimum five (5) years of pump repair experience Ability to work with limited supervision
- Ability to travel to and work at customer sites Ability to work overtime
- Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability Health savings account matching Motivating wellness program Employee Assistance Program Paid paternal leave
Notes and original content
- About the role
- Setting and operating dynamic balancing equipment
- Performing final testing and inspections
- Qualifications / Requirements
- Analytical and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Minimum five (5) years of pump repair experience
- Ability to work with limited supervision
- Ability to travel to and work at customer sites
- Ability to work overtime
Questions about this listing
What salary does Sulzer offer for this role?
Sulzer lists CHF 73'500 - 111'500 gross per year for this position in Joliet. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Sulzer offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Sulzer during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Sulzer?
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