Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

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The Maintenance Technician will execute assigned maintenance work of the plant to safeguard plant running and reliability.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Comply with HSE policies and procedures to ensure that tasks are finished under safe conditions. This includes completing all trainings assigned to maintain understanding of such requirements.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance plans to complete tasks according to schedule. Work in compliance with all required safe work permits, including Hot Work, Line Breaking, Lockout/Tagout (HECP), and Confined Space entry.
• Execute preventive maintenance plan according to the SAP information to ensure all preventive maintenance tasks are executed in a safe and high-quality manner. Report any anomalies found during preventive maintenance activities to ensure issues are addressed.
• Support the Mechanical Integrity Program by documenting inspections, tests, and PM activities per plant standards
• Complete related corrective maintenance jobs in a timely manner to maintain operations.
• Carry out patrols and report any abnormal findings to settle troubleshooting promptly
• Use and maintain all tools in proper condition for tool maintenance

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Vocational school with major/focus in mechanical, pipefitting or PCT
• 5+ years' experience in a mechanical maintenance role in a manufacturing plant

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of:

• Pump repair, pipe fitting, and valve installation/repair
• Mechanical and packed seals
• Rotary equipment shaft alignment
• Blueprint and P&ID reading
• Pneumatics and/or hydraulics
• Safe Work Permit Processes

Knowledge and Skills

• Proper use of hand tools and power tools (electric and pneumatic
• Reasonably effective written and verbal communication with co-workers and area supervisors
• Documentation of Maintenance Procedures and PM check sheets
• Flexibility in accepting new responsibilities and/or expectations as business focus changes
• Proficiency or willingness to learn SAP/CMMS work order systems

Equal Employment Opportunity: Hiring and advancement are based on job-related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.