Maintenance Operations Tech I: Chemical Plant Reliability

Messer Americas; Midland (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Americas is seeking a Maintenance Operations Tech I to help maintain a safe, efficient chemical manufacturing facility. You will execute preventative and corrective maintenance and support reliability of the location, in compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities include safety adherence, tool operation, calibration checks, basic repairs, and participation in plant turnarounds. On-site role with potential overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic algebra, fractions, percentages, unit conversion.
• Proficient PC at work and basic software use.
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings (P&IDs, PFDs).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies and permit processes.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance and basic repairs.
• Calibrate process analyzers and troubleshoot equipment.
• Assist in shutdowns, startups, and production state changes.

Skills

Math basics

PC proficiency

Team collaboration

Self-directed

Mechanical aptitude

Chemical hazards knowledge

Electrical hazards knowledge

Engineering drawings (P&IDs, PFDs)

Preventive maintenance

Forklift/overhead crane/man lift

Trip and interlock logic

Maintenance troubleshooting

Education

HS Diploma or GED

3 years of relevant experience in process plant ops

Valid driver’s license

Tools

CMMS (SAP)

Job description

Messer Americas is seeking a Maintenance Operations Tech I to help maintain a safe, efficient chemical manufacturing facility. You will execute preventative and corrective maintenance and support reliability of the location, in compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities include safety adherence, tool operation, calibration checks, basic repairs, and participation in plant turnarounds. On-site role with potential overtime as needed.