Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing general maintenance mechanic work as required to maintain safe and reliable operations
• Safely perform general maintenance work as required, including repairs, modifications, and inspections
• Perform maintenance repairs and/or troubleshooting on rotating and fixed equipment (pumps, blowers, compressors, piping, valves, heat exchangers, gear reducers, hydraulic systems, boilers, steam systems, pressure vessels, storage tanks)
• Perform work using a forklift, man-lift, dollies, machine shop machine tools (lathe, milling machine, drill press) and other equipment
• Operate rigging equipment such as hoists, overhead cranes and mobile cranes
• Perform a wide variety of predictive and preventative maintenance tasks
• Perform precision tasks (fitting of bearings, aligning gears and shafts, connecting couplings and belts to precise tolerances)
• Use of SAP Plant Maintenance Module for accessing and documenting maintenance work and ordering parts
• Understand and be proficient at taking precision measurements, including precision laser alignment
• Write, review and follow all standard operating and maintenance procedures and job plans
• Understand, troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues utilizing technical skills, equipment, and information such as drawings and manuals
• Review and follow all safety rules, procedures and practices for the safety of themselves, other employees and contractors
• Actively participate in all plant related Health, Safety, Environmental and Security training, policies and programs

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems in industrial field desired
• Strong mechanical aptitude for trouble-shooting and problem solving
• A strong commitment to working safely and to the safety of others

The starting rate for this position is $42.93 per hour. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Compensation will be determined in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Union membership or collective bargaining status may impact the final compensation offered.

Benefits: Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.