Mechanical Technician

Enviva•Chesapeake, VA

About The Position

Enviva is a purpose-driven global energy company specializing in sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. The Mechanical Technician ensures preventive maintenance is completed on critical and auxiliary machinery at a 24/7 port facility. The work requires careful adherence to approved procedures, identification and documentation of equipment conditions, and submission of equipment for further inspection or corrective maintenance when needed. The role also supports continuous improvement of lubrication and preventive maintenance programs. The technician maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and inspects industrial and pellet-mill equipment, while following plant safety and environmental requirements. The position may involve outdoor and industrial environments, any shift or day as needed, and frequent overtime.

Requirements

Work safely while following OSHA and Enviva standards and practices.
Lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and provide basic tools.
Experience with preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance procedures; troubleshooting and servicing mobile or heavy equipment.
Knowledge and skills in hydraulics, lubrication, and mechanical equipment, including a basic understanding of lubricant types and their applications.
Analyze process flow to identify issues.
Cut, thread, and lay pipes; repair, install, and maintain various types of equipment.
Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot pumps, conveyors, valves, cylinders, bearings, motors, and other rotating equipment.
Attention to detail.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with a computerized maintenance management system.
Skilled in Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Work outdoors and in hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environments, including temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
Be available for any shift and any day required, including evenings, weekends, and overnight work to address unexpected site issues, with or without notice; overtime is frequent.
Perform physical tasks—including lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, bending, squatting, crawling, and pulling—for up to 12 hours a day.
Use required or provided PPE, including safety glasses, a hard hat, gloves, safety-toe boots, and hearing protection, and follow company health and safety standards.
Work around moving equipment and machinery; work at heights exceeding 100 feet, climb ladders and cranes, use man lifts, and work in confined spaces.
Safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent; a technical degree is a plus.
At least three years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge and experience with industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, and welding.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to read technical diagrams and schematics.
Ability to develop and maintain accurate records.
Proficiency in mathematics and measurements.
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, fabrication, vibration analysis, and precision alignment.

Responsibilities

Assemble, cut, thread, and lay pipes; assist with repairing, installing, maintaining, and purchasing equipment and parts.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair motors, fans, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, rotating equipment, and other pellet-mill-specific equipment.
Use hand and power tools, drill presses, saws, welding machines, and other equipment needed for maintenance and repair.
Perform or coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance and lubrication, and maintain reports.
Perform and document required equipment inspections and keep equipment in good condition.
Analyze equipment performance and make tooling and equipment changes to achieve desired throughput and quality.
Identify corrective actions and troubleshoot reliability issues; promptly escalate and communicate operational information as required.
Rig equipment and follow job safety procedures.
Operate mobile equipment as necessary.
Perform housekeeping to maintain required safety standards.
Follow plant environmental, health, and safety guidelines, policies, and practices.
Complete other jobs as directed.
Complete training as required by the supervisor and Enviva.