Maintenance Mechanic

Lubrizol Corporation; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus plans

401(k) match

Health Savings Account

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation in Gastonia, NC is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to inspect, repair, and install processing and utility equipment across the chemical plant. You will work with a team of technicians and engineers to improve safety and reliability of operations.

The role requires hands-on welding, fabrication, and mechanical skills, with exposure to electrical tasks and heavy equipment operation. Overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts may be required to support production needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or certificate in Industrial Maintenance/Engineering Technology recommended.
• Strong communication, math, and problem-solving skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.
• Lead troubleshooting for mechanical and electrical systems.
• Fabricate, install, and modify equipment across the facility.
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components (SMAW, MIG, TIG).
• Slolder and braze plumbing and copper piping.
• Perform general carpentry and metal fabrication tasks.
• Lubricate equipment and maintain pumps, filters, and other components.
• Operate forklifts and other heavy equipment as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Math & problem-solving

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate in Industrial Maintenance/Engineering Tech

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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Job Type: Full-Time / On-Site

How You’ll Make an Impact

The Maintenance Mechanic reports to the site's Maintenance Supervisor and will be responsible for the inspection, evaluation, repair of existing, installation of new processing and utility equipment in the plant. In this role, you will directly impact the safety and reliability of an operating chemical plant. To accomplish this role, you will interact and consult with other employees like Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians, Maintenance Planners, Reliability / Process / Project Engineers, Chemical Operators, and all levels of plant supervision. In this role, you will:

• Safely performpreventive and predictive maintenance and repair of all industrial equipment associated with the operation of the facility and production of chemicals.
• Leads and assistin equipment troubleshooting for mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Leads and assistin the fabrication, construction, installation, and modification of new, existing and customized equipment throughout the facility.
• Weld mechanical equipment, structural and piping applications, including SMAW (Stick), MIG, and TIG methods; equipment metallurgies will include carbon steel, stainless steels, and aluminum.
• Slolder and braze for plumbing and copper piping applications.
• Performgeneral carpentry and metal fabrication work with a variety of materials.
• Lubricate equipment tasks with oils, greases, filters, pumps, and other advanced tools (ultrasonic tool)
• Performbasic facility maintenance tasks including cleaning, sweeping, and occasional snow removal and salting.
• Operate or works with forklifts and other heavy equipment (telehandler, boom truck / crane, skid steer, etc...)

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• Valid driver’s license
• 3+ years’ skilled industrial maintenance experience
• Familiarity with ISO procedures, plumbing, millwrighting, rigging, rotating/stationary equipment repair, metal fabrication, insulating, and reading prints/diagrams preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent math, reading comprehension, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Ability to follow departmental practices, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to safely work independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays and call-ins.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Experience working in a chemical plant
• 3+ years welding experience
• Associate’s degree or certificate in Industrial Maintenance and/or Engineering Technology programs (or similar)
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations including Lock Out Tag Out, Hot Work, and Confined Space Entry
• Experience with SAP software
• Experience ASME / NBIC code welding, boiler and pressure vessel repair, or AWS / CWI weld inspection
• Experience with air-operated diaphragm, centrifugal, positive displacement, and other pumps
• Experience with mechanical seals and seal pots for rotating equipment
• Experience with reactors, storage tanks, agitators, and materials handling equipment
• Experience operating or maintaining boilers, chillers, compressors, and water purification systems
• Experience with predicative maintenance (ultrasound, IR thermography, oil analysis, or vibration)
• Experience with basic electrical / electronic controls and instrumentation

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Must be medically certified to wear a negative-pressure respirator and other PPE as required
• Will be subjected to extended periods of climbing ladders and stairways, sitting, kneeling, walking, standing, bending, stooping, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, moving and lifting up to 55 pounds.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.

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