Maintenance Mechanic Job

Arkema Inc; Riverside Gardens (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Riverside Gardens, Kentucky. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely inspecting, monitoring, and maintaining plant systems and equipment. Responsibilities include conducting preventative maintenance inspections and repairs, collaborating with production operators, and documenting activities in the work order system. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and ideally possess industrial maintenance experience. The role requires good communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn complex systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of industrial process maintenance experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn complex electro-mechanical systems and industrial control systems.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Safely inspect and maintain plant systems and equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and perform repairs.
• Document activities in the work order system.

Skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Some technical training or college education

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic – Louisville

Reports to Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Safely inspect, monitor, and maintain plant systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, chillers, reactor tanks, process heaters, and associated instrumentation.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections, generate work orders, and perform repairs or rebuilds of valves, pumps, vacuum pumps, condensers, chillers, refrigeration units, and other process equipment.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using a systematic approach, collaborate with production operators, and execute corrective actions to maintain reliable operations.
• Install new equipment and support capital project activities.
• Participate in 5S, root‑cause problem solving, and other continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Follow written instructions and standard operating procedures with minimal supervision.
• Support all manufacturing operations during assigned shifts.
• Follow proper procedures for handling, storing, and transferring hazardous waste.
• Utilize hand and power tools, slings/rigging equipment, fork truck, scissor lift, and boom lift as required.
• Document all activities in the work order system and communicate progress to relevant stakeholders.
• Understand equipment failures and implement actions to prevent repeat issues, thereby reducing downtime and improving productivity.
• Maintain high hygiene and safety standards in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines.

Work Environment

• The facility follows OSHA Process Safety Management and handles highly hazardous chemicals; all PPE requirements must be followed.
• Work is independent yet collaborative across departments to ensure product quality.
• The environment is fast‑paced, requiring safety, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under high‑pressure conditions with competing priorities and minimal supervision.
• Computer use for work order processing and training.

Qualifications / Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalency required.
• Some technical training or college education preferred.
• Industrial process maintenance experience highly valued.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience preferred but not required.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Sound decision‑making and problem‑solving ability.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn complex electro‑mechanical systems, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, and industrial control systems such as single‑loop controllers and PLCs.