Maintenance Mechanic

4142 Evonik Corporation_4142; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Lafayette, LA to keep all mechanical systems running safely and efficiently. You will perform routine services, diagnose issues, and implement improvements to minimize downtime in a busy chemical facility.

You will follow IMS guidelines, operate tools and equipment, read blueprints, and work with a team to support production goals while maintaining regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Maintenance Mechanic in a chemical plant or industrial setting.
• Strong mechanical skills with rotating and reciprocating equipment.
• Ability to use a multimeter and read instrumentation/electrical basics.
• Good organizational, computer and communication skills.
• Willing to work overtime and on-call, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Follow IMS guidelines, safety protocols, and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Perform routine service, preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on machinery.
• Diagnose and repair equipment to minimize downtime and optimize reliability.
• Maintain plant instrumentation and electrical systems knowledge.
• Read blueprints, P&IDs, and specifications to execute tasks.
• Safely operate forklifts and power/tools for maintenance tasks.
• Fabricate parts as needed using non-code welding.
• Keep work areas organized and manage spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate in teams and develop production process knowledge.
• Respond promptly to emergency call-ins to troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Strong mechanical skills

Multimeter use

Instrumentation basics

Electrical basics

SAP experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certification or vocational training (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

What we offer

At Evonik, you’re part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow’s medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents, additives for plastics recycling or membranes to help drive forward the energy transition, you’ll play an essential part in helping the world’s most essential industries succeed. Our success hinges on a diversity of ideas powered by people, not egos. Whether you’re a scientist or engineer, new to the team or established, in business, production, or anything in between – we cheer each other on. Because we believe we can do anything. Explore everything. And Be Part of Something Special! Find out more about the many benefits we offer: https://www.evonik.com/en/careers/why.html Meet the team and get to know the people behind Evonik: https://www.evonik.com/en/news/meet-the-team.html

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all mechanical systems within the facility. This role involves performing routine and preventive maintenance, diagnosing and repairing equipment issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The Maintenance Mechanic will uphold regulatory compliance, safety standards, and best practices while supporting production goals and minimizing downtime.

Responsibilities

• Follow IMS guidelines, safety protocols, and mandatory procedures to ensure compliance and safeguard the environment and personnel.
• Perform routine service, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs on industrial machinery, mechanical equipment, and plant infrastructure.
• Conduct minor periodic maintenance and repairs on plant instrumentation and electrical systems to ensure operational reliability.
• Apply advanced mechanical and precision maintenance techniques to troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and install equipment, including rotating and reciprocating machinery.
• Respond to emergency call‑ins to troubleshoot and repair instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical equipment issues promptly.
• Safely operate forklifts, hand tools, power tools, and test equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Perform non‑code welding and fabricate special parts as required to support plant operations.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, P&IDs, and other specifications to execute maintenance tasks effectively.
• Keep work areas organized and maintain inventory of spare parts and materials.
• Work effectively in teams, acquire technical skills, and develop knowledge of production processes and policies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or vocational training in mechanical maintenance or a related field (preferred).
• Strong mechanical skills, including knowledge of rotating and reciprocating equipment.
• Able to use a multi‑meter.
• Basic knowledge of instrumentation, electrical systems, and non‑code welding.
• Strong organizational, computer, and communication skills (SAP preferred).
• Ability to work overtime and participate in on‑call rotation, including weekends and holidays.
• 3+ years as a Maintenance Mechanic in a chemical plant or refinery or industrial settings (3-5 years preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with precision maintenance techniques and emergency repairs.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

This is your opportunity to join a thriving global organization that combines cutting‑edge science, technology and engineering with world‑class business services to create solutions that answer real‑world problems. If you join us, we’ll expect you to take ownership of your work, team up with other great minds, and add your name to creations that make a positive difference for generations. As one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals operating in more than 100 countries with over 32,000 employees, we need your diversity of thought to make us better. In return for your passion, initiative and creativity, you’ll enjoy opportunities to improve and to be respected for your contribution.