The Maintenance Technician performs mechanical maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting activities in a PSM-regulated chemical manufacturing facility. The role supports safe and reliable plant operation through work on piping systems, rotating equipment, and related process infrastructure.
Essential Responsibilities
· Perform mechanical maintenance on pumps, piping, valves, and rotating equipment.
· Execute flange joint make-up, torquing, equipment alignments, and pump rebuilds per engineering specifications.
· Conduct rigging and lifting activities in accordance with site safety procedures.
· Use the site CMMS to manage work orders, record activities, and review equipment history.
· Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and contract personnel to plan and complete maintenance tasks.
· Follow all safety policies, including PSM requirements, safe work practices, and hazard communication standards.
· Support major outages requiring extended work hours.
Qualifications
Required:
· Industrial mechanical maintenance experience (chemical or manufacturing environment preferred)
· Proficiency with piping systems, mechanical repairs, alignments, and rigging
· Ability to climb stairs and ladders throughout facility to access platforms
· Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and equipment documentation
· Ability to use computers and interact with a CMMS
· Ability to work in a PSM-regulated environment with hazardous chemicals
· Willingness to work extended hours during outages
Preferred:
· Experience with CMMS platforms
· Industrial mechanic or maintenance certification (e.g., NCCER)
Physical Requirements
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work at heights, and enter confined spaces
· Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and around process chemicals
· Use of required PPE, including respirators when necessary