Key responsibilities include:
Performing basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on facility and production equipment, including HVAC units, boilers, air compressors, cooling towers, and process systems.
Assisting with plumbing, electrical, and instrumentation tasks, including equipment calibration, motor control, valve maintenance, and control wiring checks.
Supporting installation, assembly, and maintenance of piping systems, steam supply, condensate return, process water, and related plant utilities.
Monitoring and documenting routine testing for boilers, cooling water, and other critical systems; preparing equipment for inspections.
Maintaining facility interiors, exteriors, and grounds, and supporting the coordination and oversight of contractors performing on-site work.
Supporting inventory management of parts and tools, keeping maintenance areas clean, organized, and safe.
Assisting with the preparation of maintenance plans, documentation, and compliance requirements, including permits and equipment manuals.
Contributing to continuous improvement by identifying equipment or process enhancements.
The Maintenance Technician I works closely with operations and maintenance leadership to support safe, reliable, and compliant plant operations.
Additional Job Description
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
The associate will be working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The noise level in the environment is sometimes loud.
The associate may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Education, Experience, Skills & Competencies:
Required Minimum Number of Years of Relevant Experience
5 years of mechanical maintenance experience
Key Education or Certification Required
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Required Skills and Competencies
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret work orders, blueprints, SOPs, work instructions, etc.
General computer skills, including e-mail and Microsoft Office
Excellent organizational skills
Training certifications (or completed apprenticeships) in the areas listed below are highly preferred:
General industrial plumbing
General industrial electric
Pneumatic controls
HVAC
High-Pressure Boiler Operator
Welding
Carpentry
Waste Water Operator
What's in it for you?
Generous annual paid time off.
401 (k) employer match. Health care, dental and vision benefits.
Employees can receive up to a $1,000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.
Safety is a top priority at Quaker Houghton.
Tuition Reimbursement