Maintenance Mechanic

Koppers Inc.; Hubbell (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Koppers Inc. in Hubbell, MI seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain engines, motors, pumps, and heavy equipment on site.

You will diagnose complex mechanical issues, lead root cause analyses, and ensure safety and reliability in a demanding industrial plant environment. Applicants should have 7+ years of progressive maintenance experience, ASE Master Technician certification preferred, and proficiency with CMMS and diagnostic tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 7+ years of progressive maintenance experience, with 3+ years in automotive repair/diagnostics in an industrial setting.
• ASE Master Technician or equivalent advanced mechanical certification preferred.
• Experience with automotive electrical systems and diagnosis equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain engines, motors, pumps, and production machinery on site.
• Lead root cause analysis for recurring equipment issues and implement solutions.
• Operate and troubleshoot utilities and equipment in a chemical plant environment.
• Perform welding (MIG/TIG/Oxy/Acetylene) and pipefitting tasks.
• Enter data into CMMS and generate follow-up work orders.
• Provide training to other Maintenance Technicians and support dispatch as needed.
• Work rotating shifts, be on call, and overtime as required.
• Ensure safety compliance and operational continuity.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Mechanical troubleshooting

Team communication

On-site repair

General welding

Pipefitting

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE Master Technician or equivalent

Tools

eMaint CMMS

OBD-II scanners

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Works in a team environment to repair andmaintainequipment such as engines, motors, pneumatictools, andother production machinery while being knowledgeable and compliant with established KoppersZero Harmpolicies and procedures related to daily work activities. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Strongautomotiveand diagnostic skills
• Diagnose complex mechanical and automotive system failures using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Perform precision repairs and overhauls on heavy-duty engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems.
• Lead root cause analysis for recurring equipment issues and implement long-term solutions to enhance reliability.
• Maintain and repair specialized industrial vehicles and rolling stock, including forklifts, loaders, and other transport trucks.
• Ability to work in the chemical plant environment and repair equipment on-site, ensuring operational continuity and safety compliance.
• Install and repair diaphragm, centrifugal, positive displacement and other types of pumps
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues as required
• Build and change equipment as required
• Repair and maintain all mechanical systems
• Operates and troubleshoots utilities and equipment as required
• Work in a safe and efficient manner always
• General Welding, including Mig, Tig, Oxygen/Acetylene, and Stick.
• General pipefitting skills
• Listen for unusual sounds from equipment to detect malfunction and discuss variations
• Actively work to reduce identified issues in team environment
• First response / evaluation of equipment failures
• Provide information needed for Maintenance Manager to dispatch technicians to effect repairs
• Pictures of Equipment data plate information to be entered into CMMS system
• Enter data gathered during work into CMMS
• Generate appropriate follow up work orders
• Provide training and guidance to other Maintenance Technicians
• Perform other duties as assigned

CandidateQualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum7years of progressive maintenance experience, with at least3years focused on automotive repair and diagnostics in an industrial or heavy equipment setting.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification (e.g., Master Technician status) or equivalent advanced mechanical certification strongly preferred.
• Proven expertise in automotive electrical systems, fuel injection systems, and computerized diagnostic equipment (e.g., OBD-II scanners, oscilloscopes).
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of eMaint CMMS
• Strong troubleshooting skills (Mechanical)
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Able to perform mathematical equations necessary for position's essential duties
• Reliable transportation
• Able to work rotating shifts, be on call periodically, willingness to work one weekend a month, and be available for short or no notice overtime
• Maintain reliable method of contact
• Able to recognize and communicate to management any difficulties or problems as related to this position's essential duties and responsibilities
• Must be able to work within a team group environment to perform maintenance tasks

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state,or local law.