Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Leeds, SC

Reports to: Plant Manager

Compensation: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour 

 

 

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At Chemtrade, we deliver innovative solutions focusing on safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. We value and respect all our employees, recognizing that our diverse and talented workforce is the heart of our success. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create fulfilling work experiences for all.

 

 

Scope of the Position

Maintenance Mechanics are responsible for but is not limited to maintaining, rebuilding, repair, and the preventative maintenance of all plant operating equipment and facility buildings. Responsible for ensuring all related SOP's and plant rules pertaining to RMP, PSM, safety, operating procedures, and personal conduct are followed. Responsibilities of this job requires diversity in mechanical ability to perform overall plant maintenance. Work includes tank vessel opening and clean outs, changing of piping, valves and general plant upkeep and maintenance .This job requires climbing stairs and ladders and also lifting (within OSHA guidelines). This job consists of outside elements where radiant heat or cold is normal work environment.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Perform certified welding, cutting and burning. Perform pump, gearbox and motor repair.
• Perform mechanical power transmission coupling and sheave alignment. Responsible for the process and utility piping. Inform Plant Manager of need to order parts consumed or for job completion.
• Complete all work instructions (work orders) and forms relating to maintenance, safety, and preventive maintenance, keep paperwork neat and clean.
• Timely reporting of any non-conformance issues in operations and make recommendations for corrective and preventive actions.
• Operation of the following mobile equipment: Man lift Forklifts and other mobile equipment Replacement of nuts and bolts in pipe flanges ranging in size from 1” - 48” diameter flanges.
• Physical capability of performing tasks in 100 degree ambient temperatures while wearing Protective Personal Protection such as Acid Resistant approved PVC rain suit (topcoat, bottom pants, rubber boots, gloves and face shield). Must be able to work scheduled 8-hour days with intermittent 14 – 16 hour days for emergency repairs.
• Maintain weekly time sheets in accurate format. Follow all plant Rules & Regulations including lack of tardiness and absenteeism.

 

What You Need To Be Successful

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. More than 3 years of relevant experience in industrial or chemical environment highly preferred.
• Ability to use computer effectively, Microsoft programs, maintenance management system, e-mail, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, manufacturer’s literature, diagrams or schematics.
• Must be able to complete specific job function training and/or certification programs.
• Ability to work off-shift requirements including: periodic emergency call out during off shift, including weekends and holidays.

 

 

What Chemtrade Offers You

 

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results

 

At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward. Our vision is to create a workplace where all individuals feel respected, empowered, and inspired to contribute their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

 

In our culture, we celebrate multiple approaches and viewpoints. To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups. These groups provide platforms for employees to share their unique perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive culture. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization.

We recognize that the diversity of our employees is paramount to our organization's success. It is through the diversity of perspectives that we develop and shape programs and tools that support our employees' growth and career management.

Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes th