Chemical Plant Maintenance Operator

Chemtrade; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemtrade is seeking a Maintenance Operator to ensure safe, reliable operation of mechanical equipment at the Alum and Grinding manufacturing facility. You will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, bearings, and related systems, with a focus on minimizing downtime and supporting production goals.

The role requires strong mechanical troubleshooting, the ability to work independently, and commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a chemical, manufacturing, industrial, or process environment preferred.
• Experience with pumps, piping systems, valves, gearboxes, motors, bearings, and rotating equipment.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and mechanical repairs preferred.
• Forklift, loader, and mobile equipment experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license mandatory.
• Ability to work overtime, on-call assignments, and emergency repair situations.
• Experience working with forklifts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Activities: Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on plant equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Inspect, repair, replace, and align pumps, motors, valves, bearings, seals, piping systems, and associated equipment.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and document findings.
• Complete work orders and maintenance records in the maintenance management system.
• Support planned plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and special maintenance projects.
• Conduct lubrication activities and maintain equipment reliability programs.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and basic machining tasks as required.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and communicate equipment needs to management.
• Assist in the installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Independent worker

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Chemtrade is seeking a Maintenance Operator to ensure safe, reliable operation of mechanical equipment at the Alum and Grinding manufacturing facility. You will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, bearings, and related systems, with a focus on minimizing downtime and supporting production goals.

The role requires strong mechanical troubleshooting, the ability to work independently, and commitment to safety.