Industrial Reliability Mechanic — Sulphuric Acid Operations

Chemtrade; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemtrade's Richmond, CA site is seeking an Industrial Reliability Mechanic for day shift duties. You will open and clean tank vessels, perform welding, repair pumps and gearboxes, and execute precision alignments as part of routine preventive maintenance.

You’ll support piping replacements and general plant upkeep while adhering to safety procedures. The role involves being part of the emergency response team, with overtime and call-outs as needed, reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial/chemical maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read safety rules, manuals, and diagrams/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Open and clean tank vessels as part of scheduled work.
• Perform certified welding, cutting, and burning.
• Repair pumps, gearboxes, and motors.
• Execute precision alignment on couplings and sheaves for mechanical power transmission.
• Replace piping and valves.
• Support general plant upkeep and maintenance.
• Serve on the emergency response team.
• Complete work instructions and forms related to maintenance, safety, and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Computer literacy

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shape Reliability at a High-Impact Chemical Facility

Picture your day at Chemtrade’s sulphuric acid production site in Richmond, CA. You arrive for day shift, review digital work orders with your Maintenance Supervisor, and gear up. One hour you’re aligning a motor and sheave; the next, you’re opening a tank vessel for a planned cleanout. By afternoon, a gearbox rebuild and a safety walkthrough round out a day where preventive maintenance and precise execution keep essential operations running.

Role Snapshot

• Title: Industrial Reliability Mechanic
• Primary Location: Richmond, CA
• Schedule: Day shift, plus overtime and call-outs as needed
• Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
• Compensation: $51.03/hr starting; increases to $54.30/hr after 3 months

Hourly pay varies by role, level, and location. The posted rate reflects the starting hourly pay for new hires. Actual pay may differ based on work location and additional factors such as relevant skills, experience, and education/training. We’ll discuss location-specific details during hiring, and note that some facilities operate under Collective Bargaining Agreements. U.S. postings indicate hourly base pay only and do not include benefits, pension contributions, or other incentives like overtime and shift premiums.

What You’ll Work On

• Open and clean tank vessels as part of scheduled work.
• Perform certified welding, cutting, and burning.
• Repair pumps, gearboxes, and motors.
• Execute precision alignment on couplings and sheaves for mechanical power transmission.
• Replace piping and valves.
• Support general plant upkeep and maintenance.
• Serve on the emergency response team.
• Complete work instructions and all forms related to maintenance, safety, and preventative maintenance while following all safety operating procedures.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial or chemical setting (highly preferred).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft applications, CMMS, email).
• Ability to read/interpret safety rules, O&M instructions, procedure manuals, manufacturers’ literature, and diagrams/schematics.
• Willingness to support off-shift needs, including periodic emergency call-outs on weekends and holidays.
• Comfort working outdoors in all weather and at heights while wearing required PPE.

Medical Requirement

Chemtrade is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the public. All employees must complete and pass annual medical assessments, including a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) and meet the requirements to wear a respirator as a condition of employment.

Life at Chemtrade

We deliver innovative solutions with safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship at the core. Our people are central to our success—and we invest in a culture that values every perspective.

We foster inclusion by encouraging Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where team members connect, share experiences, and shape our culture. We champion work-life balance with family-friendly benefits, and we support career growth at every stage.

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