Maintenance Technician

Colonial Group; Alabama; On-site; USD 4,530,000 - 5,537,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician in Alabama to service plant systems, pumps, and related equipment. The role emphasizes safe repair work, coordination with engineers and operators, and oversight of contractor activities.

You will track work orders and materials using the plant’s systems while fabricating parts and performing welds as needed. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least five years in the trade or an apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• HS diploma preferred; relevant trade experience acceptable.
• Five years of recent trade experience or completion of an apprenticeship.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to understand written instructions and logs.
• Basic math skills and ability to use a hand calculator.
• Experience using plant Work Order system.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and lift/move equipment.
• Capacity to work in inclement weather and safety-conscious.
• Safety-focused and able to operate with PPE.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance and repair work on plant systems via work orders.
• Perform pump maintenance including seals, power ends, diaphragms, and oil changes.
• Troubleshoot relief valve settings and coordinate with plant staff.
• Coordinate with engineers and operators to safely maintain systems.
• Oversee contractor work and manage work orders and requisitions.
• Fabricate parts and weld components as needed.
• Track materials, supplies, and contractor activities in systems.
• Perform landscaping and general housekeeping on plant grounds.
• Adhere to Company policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Documentation literacy

Basic math

Hand tool proficiency

Mobility and dexterity

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship completion

Tools

Work Order system

Pipe wrenches

Valve wrenches

Pliers

Welding equipment

Job description

Position Summary: The Maintenance Technician completes maintenance and repair work on plant systems and equipment, performs maintenance on pumps and related equipment, fabricates and repairs parts and materials, coordinates with plant employees and contractors, and uses the work order system to track maintenance activities, materials, supplies, and contractor work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance and repair work on plant systems and equipment using work orders from the Work Order system.
• Perform maintenance on pumps, including replacing pump seals and power ends, inspecting and replacing suction and discharge feed pump diaphragms, and completing oil changes and alignments.
• Perform maintenance on and troubleshoot relief valve settings.
• Coordinate with Engineers, Production Leaders, Operators, and other plant employees to safely and effectively maintain plant systems.
• Coordinate with Engineering to determine proper in‑kind replacement of piping and valves.
• Coordinate with Production Leaders to determine work order and purchase requisition priorities.
• Coordinate with Production Leaders, Engineers, and Operators on upcoming turnaround tasks.
• Coordinate and oversee work activities of maintenance contractor personnel.
• Initiate and track purchase requisitions for supplies and materials.
• Research correct materials to purchase and pick up supplies from vendors as needed.
• Use computer systems to track work order status, material and supply ordering, and contractor work.
• Fabricate parts and materials such as hoses and fittings as needed.
• Weld metal to fabricate or repair parts and equipment.
• Remove electrical motors for I&E Technician support.
• Replace gaskets on vessel manway covers.
• Pull and replace heat exchanger heads after contractor cleaning.
• Research, dismantle, and reinstall steam traps.
• Perform landscaping, lawn maintenance, and general housekeeping tasks on plant grounds.
• Employees shall work in a safe, efficient, and reliable manner consistent with Company policies, procedures, and established work practices.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Five years of recent experience in the trade or completion of an apprenticeship in a formal program.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to understand written instructions, log sheets, log books, inspection reports, and related documentation.
• Knowledge of basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and ability to operate a hand calculator.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use the plant’s Work Order system.
• Ability to use basic hand tools such as pipe wrenches, valve wrenches, pliers, and hammers.
• Sufficient mobility and dexterity to perform basic job functions, including walking, climbing, and carrying tools.
• Ability to perform duties in inclement weather.
• Ability to demonstrate safe and efficient material handling skills.
• Shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Physical Demands

• Physical demand level is heavy.
• Must demonstrate the physical capacity to perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Mechanic role.
• Must have sufficient mobility and dexterity to walk, climb, carry tools, and perform basic job functions.
• Must be able to use safe and efficient material handling skills.
• Must be able to perform duties in inclement weather.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, goggles, neoprene gloves, boots, chemical splash suit, fire‑resistant clothing, full body harness with fall arrest system, and face shield in designated areas.
• Participation in the Plant Emergency Response Team is a condition of employment

The hourly pay range for this position is $32.88 - $40.19