Maintenance Technician - HYCO - Lemont, IL

Matheson•Romeoville, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and systems at an industrial Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) hydrogen production facility. The role also supports Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), contractor and vendor coordination, equipment reliability, continuous improvement, and plant operations. This is a highly safety-sensitive position in which safety is the highest priority. The technician is expected to demonstrate strong safety leadership, self-motivation, technical troubleshooting ability, ownership of site reliability, pride in workmanship, good housekeeping, willingness to be on call, and an interest in developing process knowledge and operational control skills. The position provides a career growth pathway toward advanced maintenance, reliability, and operations-focused roles through increased involvement in equipment reliability, contractor management, plant operations, and operational control systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet site access requirements.
Demonstrated experience performing and leading Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities.
Three to five years of industrial maintenance experience in one or more of these environments: hydrogen production, industrial gases, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, energy production, refining, or natural gas processing.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, equipment specifications, and electrical schematics.
Experience supporting industrial process operations and troubleshooting plant systems.
Experience managing contractor and vendor activities in an industrial setting.
Familiarity with CMMS systems such as SAP, Maximo, or Maintenance Connection.
Experience with centrifugal pumps and rotating equipment reliability programs.
Commitment to safety, mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving ability, and strong energy isolation expertise.
Ability to work independently in remote or minimally staffed industrial environments.
Effective communication with operators, contractors, vendors, and management; strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during abnormal operating conditions.
Willingness to be on call and develop operational support and process control responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, industrial maintenance certification, apprenticeship, military technical experience, or equivalent work experience.
Hands-on experience with reciprocating compressors, including valve and packing replacement, crosshead and piston inspections, lubrication systems, and troubleshooting vibration and performance issues.
Understanding of steam systems, heat transfer equipment, compressed gas systems, and utility infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Promote and enforce company safety policies, perform work with a zero-injury mindset, and stop work when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified.
Lead and execute LOTO activities, verify equipment isolation boundaries, and establish safe work conditions before maintenance.
Conduct field-level hazard assessments, Job Safety Analyses, and pre-job safety meetings; support permit processes for energy isolation, line breaking, hot work, elevated work, and confined space entry.
Monitor contractor compliance with site safety standards and intervene when necessary; participate in incident investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
Maintain emergency response awareness and support plant emergency situations.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on facility equipment and systems; troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and process equipment.
Maintain and repair compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, steam generation equipment, pressure vessels, piping, valves and actuators, water treatment and instrument air systems, and hydrogen production equipment.
Operate switchgear breakers and components up to 4160V.
Conduct equipment inspections and condition assessments; support predictive maintenance through vibration monitoring, lubrication, alignment verification, and equipment health assessments.
Perform equipment overhauls and rebuilds, complete maintenance documentation and work orders, and support root cause investigations and corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
Assist with facility outages, turnarounds, and major maintenance projects.
Serve as a site contact for maintenance contractors, service providers, and equipment manufacturers; coordinate and oversee their work, onboarding, planning, and permits.
Review vendor technical recommendations and repair strategies, coordinate field service resources during outages and emergency repairs, and work with procurement to source critical spare parts and replacement equipment.
Respond to equipment failures, operational disruptions, and emergency maintenance situations outside normal working hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and weather-related events.
Support rapid equipment restoration to maintain safe and reliable plant operation.
Develop knowledge of hydrogen production processes and systems; collaborate with Operations personnel to identify and resolve issues.
Support plant startups, shutdowns, and abnormal operating conditions as required.
Develop competency in DCS and HMI systems, process alarm management, process troubleshooting, operational procedures, and equipment operating limits.
Participate in continuous improvement focused on safety, reliability, and operational excellence, and pursue opportunities to broaden operational knowledge and responsibilities.