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Maintenance Mechanic - US

Chemtrade
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Aug 2025

About the role

Job Description

 

Position: Maintenance Technician

Location: Augusta, GA

Reports To:  Maintenance Supervisor 

Compensation: $28 - $34

The US hourly rate for this position is $28 - $34 + benefits. Hourly rates are determined by role, level, and location. The hourly rate displayed on each job posting reflects the starting rate for new hires for the position. Rates may also be determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. More specific rate factors for your preferred location can be discussed during the hiring process, as some facilities are subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements. Please note that the compensation details listed in the US roles postings reflect the hourly rate only, and do not include benefits, pension contributions or additional incentives such as overtime and shift premiums.

 

About this Role and About You  

The maintenance technicians are primarily responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment’s in accordance with manufacturing or site’s specification, and general facility maintenance activities. They are also required to support site electrical activities as needed.

 

Qualification

Knowledge

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 2 years associate degree in industrial maintenance or Similar Technical Field
  • Minimum 3 years mechanical experience in a chemical manufacturing operation as a pipefitter, machinist, millwright, or similar.
  • Welding skills.

Competencies

  • Professional with strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read blueprints, sketches, and P&ID.
  • Must have an understanding of units of measure and weight and perform conversions.
  • Ability to communicate with courtesy and tact when furnishing or obtaining information from both fellow workers and other departments.
  • Experience operating mobile equipment’s such as forklift, man lift, front-end loader, and other heavy equipment.
  • Experience with a CMMS such as SAP or Facility Dude.
  • Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with a minimum of supervision
  • Must be available to work overtime as needed for business continuity, this includes (but not limited to) callouts on off-shifts and weekend.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, troubleshoot, and repair process equipment, which include hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems such as pumps, gear reducers, exhaust fans, boilers, compressors, conveyors, packager, and a wide range of facility equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment.
  • Interface with OEM’s and vendors as necessary.
  • Support inventory and management of spare parts.
  • Recommend changes and improvement to the existing equipment in order to improve reliability, accuracy, or further optimize process.
  • Accurately completes all work performed according to work instructions, including proper documentation. Completes work orders using CMMS (facility dude) system.
  • Perform repairs and modifications as directed by Maintenance Manager.
  • Support and participates in training programs.
  • Supports site safety programs.
  • Keep the Maintenance Supervisor abreast of job status.
  • Support/leads failure analysis process by discussing the causes of equipment failure with other stakeholders.
  • Responsible for good housekeeping in the shop and at the job site.
  • Must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) deemed necessary by ESH, site leadership team, and corporate safety guidelines for each job task.
  • Perform assigned preventive and corrective maintenance on plant systems and equipment’s.
  • Other duties as assigned with or without accommodations.
  • Supports the PM/PdM program by ensuring a high-quality workmanship.
  • Comply with plant policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate equipment availability with the appropriate personnel.
  • Operation of a forklift truck, aerial man lift, railcar mover, pay-loader, and passing a company administered proficiency test is required.
  • Complete and maintain safety, quality, and ISO documentation and records.
  • A working knowledge of computers and MS Windows operating system is required.
  • Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Employee is occasionally required to climb stairs/ladders (including vertical).
  • Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to work in c

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