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Entry Level Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC/Fabrication-TIG-MIG/Plumbing/Electrical)

BASF

Jackson (MI)

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USD 10,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

BASF is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic IV for its Chemetall Team in Jackson, MI. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment, troubleshooting machinery, and ensuring safety compliance. The position provides a competitive hourly wage and various employee benefits, as BASF is committed to offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive retirement savings plan
Comprehensive mental health support
Family forming benefits
Back-up child and elder care
Mentoring and career development opportunities
Matching gifts program
Employee crisis support
Employee discounts

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in maintenance preferred.
  • Experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and fabrication.
  • Ability to work first (6:00am - 2:30pm) and second shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm).

Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain and repair industrial equipment.
  • Inspect machines for malfunctions and conduct routine maintenance.
  • Perform emergency repairs on mechanical, electric and hydraulic machinery.

Skills

Ability to work with hand tools
Ability to work with power tools
Willingness to learn pipefitting
Willingness to learn welding
Basic understanding of HVAC
Basic understanding of plumbing
Basic understanding of electrical

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Now Hiring! Maintenance Mechanic IV (ECT-Chemetall)

Location: Jackson, MI (onsite)

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our Chemetall Team in Jackson, MI.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF/Chemetall, is the Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF’s Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, and a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide. AtBASF/Chemetall, we develop and manufacture tailor-made technology and system solutions for applied surface technology. Our products protect metals from corrosion, facilitate forming and treatment, prepare parts optimally for the painting process and ensure excellent coating adhesion. Our technologies and products are used in a variety of industries and end markets such as automotive, aerospace, aluminum finishing and metal forming.

The chemical treatment of metal surfaces isBASF/Chemetall core competence. The focus of our worldwide activities is on the development and implementation of customized technology and system solutions for surface treatment.

The Maintenance Mechanic will assist the Maintenance Team Lead and other employees with work orders. They will observe and work with Maintenance Mechanics and Maintenance Group Leader at all times.

  • During training, your training schedule will be first shift, 6:00am to 2:30pm.
  • Once your training is complete, you will work second shift which is 2:00pm to 10:30pm.
As a Maintenance Mechanic IV (ECT-Chemetall), you create chemistry by...
  • Understanding and complying with facility safety rules and regulations.
  • Being able to work in a chemical hazardous area with appropriate PPE.
  • Installing, maintaining and repairing industrial equipment which include Liquid pumps, Centrifugal, Gears, Air Motors, Valves, Actuators, Conveyors, and other building utilities. (HVAC, boilers, air compressors, etc.)
  • Taking idea and creating fabricated equipment. With or without provided drawing (Metal welding, Tig, Mig, Stick, Metal cutting, Plasma, angle grinder).
  • Inspecting machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual inspections, listening for irregular noises and conducting scheduled testing as appropriate.
  • Identifying and responding to signs of malfunction in machinery and perform troubleshooting for production machinery.
  • Scheduling and performing routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment.
  • Performing emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, electric and hydraulic.
  • Maintaining machinery and the adjacent workplace in a state of appropriate cleanliness; create and maintain a schedule for inspection, service and testing of machinery.
  • Complying with work orders concerning service, modification or installation of machinery.
If you...
  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Experience in maintenance field is required.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and fabrication is preferred.
  • Ability to work with hand tools and power tools is required.
  • Willingness to learn and perform pipefitting and welding is required.
  • Basic understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical is preferred.
  • Ability to work first shift (6:00am to 2:30pm) and second shift (2:00pm to 10:30pm).
  • Ability to work weekends and overtime is required.
Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

  • Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
  • Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
  • Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
  • Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
  • Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
  • Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
  • Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
  • Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
  • Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

Privacy statement

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

Pay transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $22.00 hr. - $25.00hr. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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