Field Mechanical Systems Tech: PLC & Travel 25-50%

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Mount Airy (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental coverage

401k matching

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Company LP in Mt Airy, Louisiana, is seeking a Mechanical Systems Technician to maintain critical equipment at our asphalt and light product terminals. The role emphasizes reliability, PLC and electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to travel to support multiple locations.

The position offers exposure to diverse equipment, a collaborative team, and opportunities to develop skills in maintenance and project work within a major energy company.()<\/p>

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree preferred.
• 2 years of related field experience preferred.
• Terminal operations, electrical, or PLC programming experience preferred.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Driver's license required.
• Willingness to travel up to 25–50%.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment and determine repair needs and replacements.
• Repair and maintain mechanical and electrical components.
• Support other areas and perform preventive maintenance.
• Schedule maintenance and update records.
• Respond to emergency repairs.
• Collaborate with engineers and procurement on equipment reliability.
• Use maintenance management system to track work orders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's License

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Job description

Marathon Petroleum Company LP in Mt Airy, Louisiana, is seeking a Mechanical Systems Technician to maintain critical equipment at our asphalt and light product terminals. The role emphasizes reliability, PLC and electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to travel to support multiple locations.

The position offers exposure to diverse equipment, a collaborative team, and opportunities to develop skills in maintenance and project work within a major energy company.()<\/p>