Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Thatcher Company Inc - Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Swing

Description

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

We are hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Chemical Manufacturing for our Salt Lake City, plant. $25-$30 an hour

Key Responsibilities

• Complete projects assigned by the maintenance supervisor.
• Successfully maintain plant assets and mechanical systems, minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment utilization and equipment life
• Ability to think on your feet and change direction at a moment's notice
• Ability to own work processes and meet deadlines
• Successful history of working in a team environment
• Ability to work safely with strict adherence to established company policies, safety protocols, OSHA requirements, and industry safety practices
• Good communication skills, demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions (verbal and written)
• Ability to understand, interpret, and follow technical construction and mechanical drawings and plans.
• Ability to use hand tools and other chemical plant machinery safely (JLG, forklifts, etc.)
• Ability to work safely in a variety of climates (hot/cold, dry/humid)

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience with a high level of competency in a general maintenance environment
• Experience in residential and commercial painting.
• Priority will be given to candidates with experience in the following order: Electrical (PLC, HMI, instrumentation, and general control systems), Mechanics (forklift repairs, boilers, water treatment systems), Rotating equipment (pumps and compressors), Piping Fitting (Steel, PVC), and Welding.
• Knowledge and competence of basic computer functions (Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to understand, interpret, and follow technical construction and mechanical drawings and plans.
• Read, write, and communicate in English for safety purposes
• Prior experience in a chemical or Petrochemical manufacturing environment preferred but not required.

Why is Thatcher right for you?

• 100% company-funded Profit-Sharing Plan (up to 25% of salary annually)
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth contribution options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, HSA/FSA,
• 3+ weeks of PTO, and paid holidays
• Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development. The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Thatcher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.