Job Description

Shift: 12-hour Rotating Shift

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations in a chemical processing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial process equipment as well as facility systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance:

  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on plant equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems such as pumps, gear reducers, exhaust fans, boilers, compressors, conveyors, and packagers.

  • Troubleshoot and repair process equipment and facility systems according to technical specifications and safety standards.

• Installation & Troubleshooting:

  • Install and troubleshoot new equipment and support electrical maintenance activities, including work with control systems and PLCs.

  • Dismantle defective machinery and install new or repaired parts as needed.

• Documentation & Record-Keeping:

  • Complete work orders and maintain accurate maintenance documentation using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

  • Keep detailed records of planned and completed maintenance for future reference.

• Vendor & Inventory Management:

  • Interface with vendors and OEMs to coordinate repairs and procure spare parts.

  • Monitor and manage inventory of maintenance supplies and spare parts.

• Support & Collaboration:

  • Work collaboratively with the maintenance team and other departments to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.

  • Assist in training programs and support site safety initiatives, including participation in failure analysis processes to determine root causes of equipment failures.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:

  • Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance or a similar technical field is preferred.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in preventive maintenance and reliability within an industrial manufacturing environment.

  • Proven experience in roles such as pipefitter, machinist, millwright, or similar is required.

  • Hands-on experience working with rotating equipment, conveyor systems, PLCs, and process equipment; welding experience is an asset.

• Technical Skills:

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and P&IDs.

  • Proficiency with measurement tools such as tape measures and micrometers.

  • Experience operating mobile equipment (e.g., forklift, man lift) is required.

• Personal Attributes:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

  • Self-starter with a proactive approach to maintenance challenges.

  • Ability to work overtime as needed, including call-outs on off-shifts and weekends.