OxyChem Maintenance Technician

Oxychem Corporation•New Johnsonville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

OxyChem is seeking a Maintenance Technician to provide maintenance craft skills in a safe, productive, and environmentally-responsible manner to achieve plant goals and objectives. This role is crucial in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment where precision, safety, and environmental protection are paramount. The company is committed to rewarding top performers with competitive pay, benefits, and career development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Five (5) years process mechanical maintenance experience in industry OR a Chemical Operator with Senior Tech Field Qualification at the Oxy New Johnsonville site OR two (2) years maintenance experience in industry and Associates Degree in Maintenance Technology.
Must be NCCER Certified in Millwright or Pipefitting.
Must have plant and process knowledge and craft knowledge to safely plan and perform assigned work.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
Strong computer skills required to interact with the computerized maintenance management system.
Must be capable of installing, troubleshooting and repairing equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, etc.
Proficiency in math, reading comprehension and mechanical reasoning.
Must satisfy the “ability to wear” for respiratory use.
Must be able to lift and handle bags of materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to exert force to open and close manually-operated valves.
Must be able to climb single-section vertical ladders up to 30 feet and climb stairs.
Must be able to work from elevations of up to 90 feet above ground level.
Must be able to enter and work in confined spaces.
Must routinely work on uneven surfaces.
Requires dexterity to perform routine craft work, such as operation of hand and power tools, disassemble and assemble equipment, align and position parts, perform rigging, operate mobile equipment, etc.
Walking, bending, stooping is required.
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator.
Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Nice To Haves

Welding experience a plus.
SAP knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide maintenance craft skills in a safe, productive, and environmentally-responsible manner.
Support programs, methods, systems, and practices for maintaining a safe work environment.
Review HESS program requirements and recommend improvements.
Review work requests for safety hazards and take necessary precautions.
Attend monthly safety meetings.
Participate in weekly housekeeping and critical items inspections of maintenance shops.
Participate in field evaluations of one key procedure each quarter.
Perform reliable repairs on plant piping, structures, and plant process equipment and systems (rotating, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic).
Troubleshoot, inspect, fabricate, modify, remove, repair, overhaul, or replace parts or equipment on systems involved directly or indirectly with chemical processes or associated support equipment.
Operate tools and perform systems tests to ensure proper completion of work.
Perform routine adjustment and minor maintenance on equipment.
Complete work orders as assigned.
Identify and obtain necessary parts, tools, equipment, materials, and supplies.
Adhere to area equipment Preventative Maintenance (PM) program and related procedures.
Maintain necessary training and qualification, including area overviews and applicable HESS courses.
Maintain craft skills to ensure ability to complete assigned work.
Provide assistance to other maintenance crafts as qualified.
Support Cell Renewal maintenance activities, including use of positive material identification analyzer (XRF) and single electrode potential (SEP) equipment and technology.
Attend company or vendor training as directed.
Train and qualify to operate mobile equipment (forklifts, manlifts, carry decks, etc.).
Use a variety of hand and power tools, meters, and material handling equipment.
Move, adjust, install/reinstall machinery and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, and other equipment.
Replace defective parts of machines and/or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
Perform all work in a safe and professional manner in compliance with applicable HESS, maintenance, and other related procedures.
Perform safety, quality, and environmental inspections as assigned.
Perform regular housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work area.
Comply with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.
Participate in special information or problem-solving teams as requested.
Utilize Maintenance files or other engineering data to solve plant maintenance-related problems.
Perform recordkeeping required to properly document inspections and repairs.
Utilize a computer and/or tablet for recording time and attendance, SAP applications, email communications, and area process data.
Utilize the computerized maintenance management system to document repair notes, review repair history, and obtain materials from Stores.
Cooperate with other employees in a team atmosphere to solve plant problems and achieve plant goals.
Support and fulfill the requirements of the plant’s Food Safe and ISO Quality System.
Complete necessary activities to comply with the requirements of the Routine Maintenance program.
Complete miscellaneous tasks and additional responsibilities as assigned.