Maintenance Mechanic I

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.

Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the reliable and safe operation of equipment and facilities at our chemical manufacturing and distribution facility. Thatcher Company is committed to ensuring that our products are manufactured in a manner that provides value to customers while maintaining top safety and environmental standards. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues, and maintaining a safe work environment in alignment these operational goals and objectives.

Key Accountabilities/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
• 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 understand the English language.
• Prior experience in a chemical or Petro-chemical manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident status.
• Why is Thatcher right for you?
• • Pay $30-$36 an hour
  • 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
  • Safety Bonus- up to $250 per quarter
  • 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.