Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Lsb Industries; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

LSB Industries in Cherokee, AL is seeking a Maintenance Mechanical Technician responsible for plant maintenance with a focus on mechanical capability. The role covers installation, repair, and upkeep of all mechanical equipment and systems with high-skill tasks in inspection, repair, testing, alignment and removal.

You will safely perform and document maintenance, troubleshoot rotating equipment, update CMMS logs, and ensure OEM specifications and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school or GED equivalent and one or more of the following minimum requirements.
• 2-year associate degree in industrial maintenance technology.
• Three (3) years industrial maintenance experience

Responsibilities

• Safely perform and document maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and systems
• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Able to provide solutions quickly and accurately even in stressful situations
• Must have a hands-on approach and strong work ethic
• Make repairs to equipment within OEM specifications to ensure reliable equipment and follow mechanical best practices
• Utilize precision alignment techniques and practices on rotating equipment. Check connected piping for pipe strain
• Provide update information for files, logs, and drawings for all designated mechanical equipment
• Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify baseline and the adequacy of repairs
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and work areas
• Remove and install equipment using proper rigging
• Lock, tag, try, and test devices in order to make equipment de-energized, cleared, and safe to work on
• Inspect ladders, tools, job sites, fire extinguishers, emergency lights, and etc., in order to ensure safety and personnel protection
• Troubleshoot equipment such as valves, pumps, gearboxes, rotating equipment, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and other mechanical devices
• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical devices using hand and power tools, electrical and electronic measuring and test devices, diagnostic equipment, vendor literature, technical manuals, blueprints, and other diagrams
• Input accurate findings and time in CMMS for equipment history
• These duties and responsibilities are representative categories and do not constitute an exhaustive list of duties of the position

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

High school or GED equivalent

Associate degree in industrial maintenance technology

Tools

Hand and power tools

Diagnostic equipment

CMMS

Job description

LSB Industries in Cherokee, AL is seeking a Maintenance Mechanical Technician responsible for plant maintenance with a focus on mechanical capability. The role covers installation, repair, and upkeep of all mechanical equipment and systems with high-skill tasks in inspection, repair, testing, alignment and removal.

You will safely perform and document maintenance, troubleshoot rotating equipment, update CMMS logs, and ensure OEM specifications and safety standards are met.