Maintenance Technician - $28.55-$36.63 per hour-Night Shift

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers a competitive starting wage and a sign-on bonus, along with comprehensive benefits from day one. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining critical equipment, performing troubleshooting, and ensuring safety standards are upheld. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment, this is a fantastic chance to advance your career in a leading manufacturing company. Join us and contribute to innovative solutions in the industry!

Benefits

401(k) Match

Annual Employer Contribution

Quarterly Incentive Plan

Fitness Reimbursement

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Industrial Maintenance or Pipe Extrusion.
• Good knowledge of facilities’ layout and design of systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all equipment across the plant, covering emergency breakdowns.
• Perform welding, fabrication, repairs, and improvements.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Welding

Fabrication

SAP Software

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Benefits start from day 1, including a 4% 401(k) match, plus a 2% annual employer contribution, and a quarterly incentive plan up to 8%. Additional programs include fitness reimbursement, educational assistance, and employee assistance. Take your career to the next level and join us now!

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake (NYSE: WLK), is one of the largest manufacturers of polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld, and restrained joint pipes, along with a wide range of fittings for markets such as municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development, featuring Certa-Lok spline-lock technology and product systems focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings offers an environment of innovation, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.

Great opportunity for a Maintenance Technician with a $1500 Sign-On Bonus!

• Starting wage of $28.55/hour with opportunities to test into higher skill levels C, B, and A.

• Benefits from day 1, including a 4% 401(k) match, plus a 2% annual employer contribution, and a quarterly incentive plan up to 8%.

• Additional programs for fitness reimbursement, educational assistance, and employee support. Take your career to the next level and join us now!

Summary

Possess good knowledge of facilities’ layout and design of systems such as Compressed Air, Chilled Water, Recycled Water, and City Water; Electrical Distribution Panels, Buss Bar Disconnects, and Primary Circuit Breakers.

Responsible for maintaining all equipment across the plant, covering emergency breakdowns and repairs promptly. Must have good electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, along with welding and fabricating abilities. Tasks include lubrication, filter inspection and replacement, oil changes, motor and pump replacements, plumbing, painting, cleaning, and other mechanical/electrical duties as assigned. Must be proficient in using SAP for work orders, tracking labor, and materials. The role also involves maintaining safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform essential tasks as outlined.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Perform all mechanical and electrical duties required, proactively assessing equipment to prevent downtime.
• Install and set up barrels and screws on extruders with minimal supervision.
• Be proficient in tooling and line changeovers.
• Perform welding, fabrication, repairs, and improvements, including capital projects.
• Use SAP Maintenance Module software for work orders, labor tracking, and parts management.
• Maintain high standards for organization and housekeeping.
• Complete routine assignments independently.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Understand operational elements of the extrusion process.

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Education and Experience

High school diploma required, with at least 3 years of experience in Industrial Maintenance or Pipe Extrusion.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand, use hands, reach, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, sit, climb, or balance. Must lift/move up to 50 pounds occasionally and frequently. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment

Exposed to moving mechanical parts and electrical hazards, wet/humid conditions, fumes, extreme heat, vibration, and high places. Noise level is usually loud.

Our compensation reflects labor costs across US markets. Pay ranges are based on market data and may vary depending on location, experience, and skills. Westlake offers total compensation packages, which may include sign-on bonuses and comprehensive benefits.