Mechanical systems technician

Marathon Petroleum Corporation•Montgomery, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mechanical systems technicians maintain mechanical equipment and ensure a high level of reliability at asphalt and light product terminals. They provide expertise in maintaining, repairing, and replacing mechanical, electrical, and vapor control equipment beyond what terminal operations typically handle. The position is based in Mt. Airy, Louisiana, or Montgomery, Alabama. A maintenance vehicle, tools, equipment, and uniforms are provided. Technicians must pass the DOT Medical Guidelines required to operate maintenance vehicles. Equipment maintained includes vapor control systems, oil/water separators, water accumulation tanks, pumps, motors, asphalt mills, meters, and actuators. Technicians are expected to develop proficiency in PLC and electrical troubleshooting associated with vapor control systems. Though technicians have assigned coverage areas, they may assist other technicians, perform project work, or train others outside their areas. They are expected to build effective working relationships with terminal operations personnel and peers and to be highly motivated, self-directed, and capable of strong decision-making. The role may involve travel of up to 25%–50%. A driver’s license is required. The role is full-time and regular. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program that includes access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. The hired candidate is also eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent mechanical aptitude.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass the DOT Medical Guidelines required to operate maintenance vehicles.
Willingness to travel up to 25%–50%.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Two years of experience in a related field preferred.
Terminal operations, electrical, or PLC programming experience preferred.
Basic spreadsheet, word-processing, and email skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect equipment and test mechanical and electrical components to identify causes of malfunctions and operating deficiencies.
Determine the extent and feasibility of repairs based on inspection results and recommend whether components should be replaced or retained.
Repair and maintain mechanical and electrical components by disassembling, reconditioning, or replacing parts.
Support the coverage area in other disciplines, including Electronic Services and Marathon Pipeline, as needed.
Schedule and perform periodic and preventive maintenance, inspections, and testing using visual inspection, technical manuals, and testing equipment.
Install mechanical and electrical components and equipment.
Prepare maintenance records and complete preventive maintenance forms and repair orders.
Use records to assess the economic life, cost-effectiveness, quality, and durability of mechanical parts and materials.
Respond to emergency repairs when necessary.
Coordinate with district engineers, support engineers, reliability engineers, maintenance specialists, and project managers on new equipment installations and equipment reliability and maintainability.
Work with operations and purchasing personnel, suppliers, and contractors to purchase materials and arrange services, discuss contract work, and resolve problems.
Use mobile and PC-based maintenance management systems to update work orders, purchase materials, report maintenance issues, and track equipment history.
Maintain inspection records and trip-log information required by DOT.
Assist other mechanical technicians, complete project work, or provide training outside the assigned geographical area as requested.