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Maintenance Mechanic Job

Arkema
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Jun 2025

About the role

Position Title:  Maintenance Mechanic

BU or Function: H2O2

City/State: Memphis TN

Report to Manager Title: Maintenance Supervisor

 

Job Summary

This job exists to manage a broad spectrum of mechanical work on trailers and ISO containers, as well as plant support.  The job requires skills in interpreting diagrams/schematics, utilizing diagnostic equipment, troubleshooting and repair of all mechanical equipment, proper isolation of equipment, and knowledgeable in virtually all mechanical applications and intricacies specific to the Memphis site. This includes some instrument/electrical work limited to maintenance of trailers and ISOs.  Performs according to safety policies and predictive/preventive maintenance processes to support the site’s business goals and objectives on the plant as well as rolling stock.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities with % Breakdown:

Maintenance (80%):

General requirements:

  • Perform inspections on equipment as well as buildings and grounds including underground services
  • Effectively troubleshoot mechanical problems in the field (general mechanical systems, as well other systems including refrigeration).
  • Scope and plan jobs
  • Fabricate by reading prints, developing isometric drawings and following engineering standards
  • Perform job layout, follow piping codes, proper material selection, pressure testing, fabrication, threading, bending, installation for pipefitting
  • Understand, execute, and follow all procedures in the execution of maintenance activities
  • Use power equipment (power hand tools, grinders, drill press, saws, press)
  • Operate Lift Equipment (Fork Truck, Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, etc.)
  • Repair, install, modify and service all mechanical equipment.  This includes but is not limited to rotating equipment including couplings, alignment, oil change, belts, bearings.  It can also include conveyor systems, and fixed equipment such as pressure relief devices.
  • Perform flagging, proper sling selection/use, developing lifting plans for rigging
  • Test all equipment worked on for proper operation prior to turnover to production and logistics.
  • Document maintenance work for site practices, as well as for governmental and permit compliance
  • Provide feedback to supervision pertaining to any abnormal equipment observations, including BU Supply Chain Parts & Equipment Manager
  • Change oil, troubleshoot, installation, replace seals, or rebuild pumps and agitators
  • Perform general mechanical routines and troubleshooting (Use of senses (Visual, Audible, etc.) for deducing problems)
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Addition requirements specific to maintaining rolling stock (trailers and ISOs)

  • Review Driver reports and address complaints (per DOT regulations)
  • Inspect rolling stock to 49CFR requirements
  • Assist drivers in repairing equipment during pre-trip inspection
  • Identify trends based on driver reports and driver behavior and suggest improvements.
  • Trailer maintenance includes repairs and preventive maintenance on: lights & wiring repair, brakes, ABS, pony motor, and air pac. Requires 49CFR certification/qualifications

 

Other duties (20%):

  • Participate in continuous improvement programs including SMART (example daily management meetings and processes, problem solving exercises etc).
  • Maintains a clean work environment
  • Update of equipment drawings, manuals, and documentation
  • Use Database Software to manage work orders and to acquire parts needed for Job
  • Log time and able to describe work done in work order system
  • Execute all tasks necessary as assigned to support plant operations, such tasks may be of an unskilled or skilled nature
  • Read company communications weekly, i.e. production advisories, emails, etc.
  • Complete scheduled periodic training on time and as required
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Min Years of Experience                    Minimum 4 years experience

 

Education and area of focus              HS diploma and 4+ years of experience in maintenance; trailer/DOT maintenance and/or chemical manufacturing experience preferred

General mechanical, electrical, welding and fabrication experience.

Basic computer skills (Microsoft office, Email, etc.)

 

Certifications/Trainings:                    Pipe fitting certification

49CFR certification for DOT inspection and repair of trailers and ISO containers

 

Competencies -Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs)          

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