Maintenance Mechanic

Trinseo LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join their team in Louisville, KY. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting of plant equipment in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in electrical and mechanical maintenance, with a focus on instrumentation and control systems. This position not only offers competitive pay but also the chance to work in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values innovation and teamwork. If you are passionate about solving complex challenges and contributing to a sustainable future, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with industrial equipment maintenance.
• Experience in Instrumentation and Control maintenance required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical problems.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical Maintenance

Instrumentation and Control

Mechanical Skills

Welding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PLC

DCS

VFDs

Measurement Devices

Job description

Overview

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

Role Overview (Scope of Role)

TheMaintenance Mechanicperforms the installation, maintenance, servicing, repairing and rebuilding of all plant equipment.

This position is located in Louisville, KY and reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. The starting pay is $39.89 per hour with full qualification potential of $44.34 per hour. Must be flexible with work shift as business can alternate between 12-hour, 10-hour or 8-hour shifts, depending on volume. Must be able to work nights, holidays, weekends and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

Maintenance of Plant Operations:

• Effectively troubleshoot electrical, instrument, and mechanical problems in the field.
• Repairs, installs and services all plant equipment and building and grounds.
• Executes all tasks necessary as assigned to support plant operations.
• Tests all work for proper operation prior to turnover to production.
• Provides feedback to supervision pertaining to out of calibration instrumentation and any abnormal equipment observations.
• Assists with PLC troubleshooting as required.
• Troubleshoot and repair problems with motor starters and variable frequency drives.
• Operate testing apparatus during test cycle to produce, regulate and record effects of actual or simulated conditions.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of plant instrument devices and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized shop and clean design practices during day to day work activities.
• Follow planning and scheduling protocols for the completion and documentation of work order status.
• Incident commander in emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Maintains Proficiencies in the Following Areas:

• Process Instrumentation with an understanding of measurement and testing devices used in Process Automation; temperature, pressure, level, flow, weight and various analyzers.
• Electrical power, conduit, and electrical wiring installation and instrumentation calibration (hazardous and non-hazardous).
• Troubleshooting, repair and calibration of control valves, actuators and positioners.
• General mechanical and troubleshooting.
• Piping threading and fitting.
• Rotating equipment rebuilding and alignment (mechanical seals, bearings and couplings, etc.).
• Reading and understanding PIDs, electrical prints and equipment drawings.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma and 5+ years of experience working on industrial equipment and facilities.
• Must have experience in Instrumentation and Control maintenance.
• Must be familiar with PLC, DCS, electrical motor controls, VFDs and with some pneumatic experience with strong troubleshooting experience.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at significant heights.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds; both to carry and to lift overhead.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and to enter confined spaces.
• May be required to obtain additional skills such as welding.

Equity and Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.