Maintenance Mechanic - I&E Job

Arkema; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join their team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is vital for ensuring the smooth operation of production equipment and systems, requiring expertise in instrumentation and electrical systems. You'll be responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and supporting operations to minimize downtime. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude and communication skills, with a proven track record in a manufacturing setting. If you're ready to take on a challenging role where your skills will make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in I&E maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• High School diploma required; Associates in Instrumentation Technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and modify production equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment problems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Welding

Plumbing

Electrical Work

Mechanical Aptitude

Strong Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates in Instrumentation Technology

Tools

Distributed Control System (DCS)

Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)

ERP Maintenance Modules

Job description

The Maintenance Mechanic is a union position responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance, trouble-shooting production equipment and systems, and supporting operations by reducing down time from equipment failures. This position requires a specialist in instrumentation, electrical and electronic systems along with general trade skills. Modifications to equipment and general responsibilities for upkeep and improvement of the facility and its systems will be required. The position is located in a manufacturing environment with all the environmental risks and hazards associated with a chemical manufacturing plant. Nights and weekends required on an as-needed basis.

Essential duties may include:

General Duties

• Installs, repairs and modifies production equipment, instrumentation, office equipment and physical facilities.
• Assists in trouble-shooting equipment problems.
• Performs at least one of the following: welding, plumbing, electrical work or other trade functions.
• Performs plant preventative maintenance program.
• Maintains spare parts inventory systems.
• Receives, inspects and stores spare parts.
• Performs Safe Work Practices such as Confined Space Entry and Control of Hazardous Energy according to policies and procedures.
• Provides off shift coverage for breakdowns, repairs and emergencies.

E & I Specialty

• Read and interpret P&ID’s, equipment manuals, electrical schematics, instrument loop diagrams and other specifications to determine the repair method on failed components.
• Install, troubleshoot, calibrate and repair process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, control valves, flow meters, etc.
• Responsible for completion of inspections, maintenance troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Support Distributed Control system (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controls (PLC’s) as required.

Safety & Other

• Complete all safety inspections and paperwork required by the plant.
• Ensures SFW permits and return to work process is completed for all work performed.
• Correctly and accurately completes required paperwork, documenting all maintenance actions.

The successful candidate will have:

• Five years’ experience as an I&E maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associates in Instrumentation Technology or similar, strongly preferred.
• Power truck operation experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of machinery, valves, pumps, etc.
• Mechanical aptitude that includes troubleshooting and hand tools.
• Experience with ERP maintenance modules strongly preferred.
• Ability to quickly and efficiently diagnose equipment failures and recommend solutions.
• Ability to work alone or as a team player through to senior management.
• Ability and willingness to learn new trade skills.
• Strong communication skills to effectively understand issues from production teams and report to management.
• Troubleshooting capabilities to address problems effectively and efficiently.