Plant Maintenance Technician

Company Description

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies, worldwide. Serving these customers well is a passion and a commitment-one that the people of Tessenderlo Kerley find rewarding, empowering and meaningful.

If you want the work you do to make a positive impact on the world in which we live, and work alongside innovative, quality-focused people of vision, Tessenderlo Kerley is the right place for you.

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a hands-on mechanical professional with strong pump repair experience and a desire to be part of a tight-knit, safety-first team? Do you take pride in your craftsmanship, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to contribute to a plant that values integrity, teamwork, and growth? If so, join us in Ponca City, Oklahoma as a Maintenance Technician!

Why Join Us?

🔧 Pump Repair Pros Welcome – Bring your mechanical skills and apply your pump, piping and boilermaker expertise in a high-impact, essential maintenance role.

👷 Safety-Driven Culture – Join a plant that walks the talk on safety, teamwork and accountability. We believe in family-style support with professional growth opportunities.

📚 Upskill and Grow – Access training in pump repair, vibration tech, scaffolding, HAZMAT, forklifts and more to build a deeper career foundation.

📅 Steady Schedule with Purpose – Work a consistent Monday-Friday day shift, with overtime opportunities during turnarounds and emergencies.

What You’ll Do

✅ Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting and mechanical repairs on plant equipment.
✅ Rebuild pumps (seals, bearings, alignment) and perform general pump troubleshooting.
✅ Execute pipefitting tasks, including fabrication, installation and repair.
✅ Support boilermaker work such as vessel inspections and pressure equipment maintenance.
✅ Maintain critical spare parts inventory and assist with procurement.
✅ Lead or assist with turnarounds, lockout/tagout procedures and confined space entries.
✅ Clearly communicate status updates and report issues to the maintenance team.
✅ Maintain safety and operational documentation in our work order system.
✅ Mentor junior maintenance team members and uphold plant standards.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

✔ Must-Have Skills
• Solid pump repair experience.
• A positive attitude and safety-first mindset.
• Clear communication and strong mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Motivation to take ownership and contribute to a collaborative team.

✔ Preferred Experience
• 5-10 years as a pump mechanic in a refinery, chemical plant or industrial setting.
• Background in boilermaker work, rotating equipment and piping systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs, equipment diagrams, isometrics and vendor manuals.
• Familiarity with vibration analysis, preventive maintenance programs and turnarounds.
• Computer literacy (maintenance software, Microsoft Office)

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Wear respiratory protection and SCBA if needed.
• Work in outdoor environments around noise, heat and chemicals,

Additional Information

Why join Tessenderlo Kerley:

Working at Tessenderlo Kerley

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and teamwork
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, equal to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
• Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
• Adoption Assistance: Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and parental time off
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program

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