Industrial Maintenance Technician

Celanese; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 107,654,000 - 135,104,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese in Virginia is seeking a Mechanical Technician to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, perform preventive and predictive maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives across plant operations. You will read blueprints, operate shop equipment, weld as needed, and enter labor and equipment history in SAP.

The role requires 4+ years industrial maintenance, a high school diploma, and strong teamwork in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience or completion of an apprenticeship.
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and equipment performance issues.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild pumps, gearboxes, shafts, bearings, seals, conveyors, motors, and other production equipment.
• Operate machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses.
• Fabricate and repair parts using welding and metalworking equipment.
• Read blueprints and technical specifications; enter work orders in SAP.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Root cause analysis

Welding

Fabrication

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Rigging

Machine shop operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Mechanical Technology

Tools

SAP Maintenance Management

Lathes

Milling machines

Grinders

Drill presses

Welding equipment

Job description

Overview

The primary role of Mechanical Technicianis to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve manufacturing and plant equipment in a safe, reliable, and cost-effective manner. This role will support production operations by performing preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment overhauls, troubleshooting, fabrication, and continuous improvement activities

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Follow all site safety procedures, policies, and regulations.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and utility equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and equipment performance issues.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild pumps, gearboxes, shafts, bearings, seals, conveyors, motors, fans, and other production equipment.
• Operate machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and related tools.
• Fabricate and repair parts using welding and metalworking equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Enter work order information, labor hours, and equipment history into SAP Maintenance Management System.
• Maintain maintenance procedures, manuals, and records.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Work effectively with electrical and instrumentation technicians.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians when required.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years of industrial maintenance experience or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred

• Associate degree in Mechanical Technology or related field.
• Experience with SAP Maintenance Management Systems.
• Experience operating machine shop equipment.
• Multi-craft maintenance experience.

Candidates should possess experience in several of the following areas:

• Millwright work
• Welding and fabrication
• Pipefitting
• Rigging
• Sheet metal work
• Precision alignment
• Equipment rebuilding
• Mechanical troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Machine shop operations
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Certifications & Training

Required or ability to obtain:

• Confined Space Entry and Lock out/Tag out
• Mobile equipment certification (forklift, pallet jack, Scissor lift, JLG, etc.)
• Site maintenance training qualifications
• Periodic refresher and safety training requirements

This Virginia position pays between $37.57 - $47.15/hour and annual bonus eligibility. Actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, and market factors.