Maintenance Mechanic/Welder

Buckman International•Memphis, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Buckman, a privately held, global specialty chemical company headquartered in Memphis, TN, USA, is committed to environmental safeguarding, workplace safety, and sustainable development. We deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions to customers in the pulp and paper, leather, and water treatment sectors worldwide, aiming to boost productivity, reduce risk, improve product quality, and provide a measurable return on investment. The Maintenance Mechanic/Welder will support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a chemical batch manufacturing plant by performing mechanical maintenance, welding/fabrication, and equipment troubleshooting. This role ensures compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements while minimizing downtime and maintaining production continuity.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and related trade school or military training
AWS certifications in weld proficiency
4 - 6 years of job experience
Proficiency in TIG, MIG, Stick welding
Pipe fitting skills
Blueprint reading skills
Weld inspection skills
Familiarity with hot work permitting, confined space entry, and hazardous materials handling
Basic CMMS usage for work order documentation (e.g., SAP PM)

Responsibilities

Performs welding activities in accordance with ASME, AWS, and site-specific standards.
Follows all safety protocols including hot work permits, PPE, and confined space entry.
Welds carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy piping using SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW processes.
Conducts weld repairs and ensures compliance with plant welding standards.
Fabricates and installs pipe spools, supports, and structural components according to P&IDs and isometric drawings.
Performs pipe fitting, cutting, beveling, threading, and layout work.
Fabricates and repairs piping, vessels, structural supports, and equipment components using appropriate welding techniques (e.g., TIG, MIG, Stick).
Conducts visual and dimensional inspections to verify weld integrity and fit-up.
Executes welding tasks as part of planned maintenance and emergency repairs.
Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs pumps, compressors, gearboxes, valves, agitators, and rotating equipment.
Performs preventive and predictive maintenance on mechanical systems.
Installs, aligns, and rebuilds mechanical components using precision tools.
Completes weld logs, inspection records, and job documentation as by site protocols and regulatory standards.
Documents maintenance work orders and equipment history in the CMMS (e.g., SAP PM) following site requirements.
Maintains certification records and ensures qualifications are current.
Identifies opportunities to improve weld techniques, material selection, and fabrication methods.
Participates in root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
Supports equipment changeouts, shutdowns, and turnarounds to improve long-term reliability.
Assists with equipment changeouts, shutdowns, and turnarounds.
Coordinates with planners and operations to execute work safely and efficiently while minimizing downtime.