Maintenance Technician

Chevron Corporation; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Newton, Iowa. The role involves maintaining all equipment, ordering spare parts, and coordinating with contractors to keep the plant safe and reliable.

Responsibilities include preventing downtime, performing corrective actions, and ensuring a clean, safe work site. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and 2–5 years of related experience; relocation may be considered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license.
• 2-year associate degree in Industrial technology, Instrumentation Technician, or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of related work experience.
• Basic computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the plant and perform preventive maintenance tasks.
• Support predictive maintenance practices and corrective maintenance.
• Enter work orders and update CMMS information.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot and repair plant controls, valves and instruments.
• Operate plant equipment such as boilers, air compressors, and pumps.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills (Excel/Outlook/文

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree in Industrial Technology or related

Tools

Instrumentation and controls

Millwright training

Welding skills

Job description

Total Number of Openings 1 Specialty Operations business unit is accepting online applications for the position Maintenance Technician located in Newton, Iowa through October 22nd, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).

The purpose of this job is to be responsible for and assist with performing the maintenance of all equipment in the factory, identifying and ordering spare parts, working with contractors to maintain and upgrade the plant, and improving the reliability of the plant. This position is also responsible for ensuring the plant is maintained in a safe and clean condition.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Maintain the Plant
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks
• Support predictive maintenance practices
• Perform Corrective maintenance
• Perform failure analysis and implement improvements
• Update and maintain the CMMS information for the plant
• Enter work order information into the CMMS
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair plant controls, valves, and instruments
• Troubleshoot and repair Motor Control Centers
• Operate Utility systems
• Boilers
• Air compressors
• Water Treatment systems
• Operate equipment such as skid steers, fork truck, man lift, etc.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Valid driver's license
• 2-year associates degree on Industrial technology, Instrumentation Technician, Industrial technician or equivalent
• 2-5 years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a process plant or production environment
• Experience in biofuels, petrochemical or agricultural sectors preferred
• Attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to provide technical expertise as required
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and in a timely manner to meet deadlines
• Work independently or with others as a team to complete assigned projects
• Awareness of new technical developments and ability of applying new knowledge to the processes in place at REG
• Basic computer skills including excel, word, and outlook
• Strong technical background

Special skills or knowledge preferred

• Instrumentation and/or controls
• Centrifugal pump operation and maintenance
• Millwright or mechanic training
• Welding skills or Certification
• Cause analysis

Relocation Options

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations

Expatriate assignments will not be considered

U.S. Regulatory notice

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail]. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law. Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations. Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.