Maintenance Technician – Ethanol Plant

Valero Energy; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician for their ethanol plant. This role involves ensuring the optimal performance of plant equipment through repair and maintenance, while adhering to safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience with industrial equipment and a commitment to supporting the plant's operational goals. Join a team that values its employees and fosters a culture of growth and collaboration. This position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and excellence in production.

Benefits

Overtime Pay

Health Benefits

Safety Programs

Personal Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in maintenance or repair of industrial equipment required.
• Welding experience on carbon/stainless steel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for repair and maintenance of plant equipment.
• Participates in preventative maintenance activities as required.

Skills

Industrial Equipment Maintenance

Welding

Use of Hand and Power Tools

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Job Description - Maintenance Technician – Ethanol Plant (2500166)

Job Description

Maintenance Technician – Ethanol Plant - 2500166

Description

Responsible for the repair and maintenance of the plant equipment, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

• Participates in plant maintenance program.
• Repairs or replaces plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basis.
• Performs preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Communicates directly with production and shipping/receiving department to coordinate maintenance and repair work.
• Works with engineering department, external contractors and vendors to implement installation of new equipment or systems.
• Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues.
• Assists with new installations and other projects, as requested by supervisor.
• Knows and understands city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to maintenance and plant equipment, and works in a safe manner to ensure that these regulations are met at all times.
• Works a schedule that occasionally requires overtime or call-in as required.
• Participates in plant turn-arounds.
• Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Participates in Health, Safety and Environmental programs.
• Completes work orders as assigned.

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

• Two years experience in the maintenance or repair of industrial equipment (pumps, valves, compressors, conveying equipment, etc.) required.
• Welding experience on carbon/stainless steel preferred.
• Experience in the maintenance functions of a dry-mill ethanol plant preferred.
• Experience in the use of hand and power tools preferred.
• Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.

Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

About Valero Renewables – Mount Vernon

Valero's Mount Vernon ethanol plant is located in Mount Vernon, Indiana, in the far southwestern corner of the state on the Ohio River, the boundary with Kentucky. Part of the Evansville, Indiana, metropolitan area, Mount Vernon is approximately 190 miles southwest of Indianapolis. The bio-refinery sits on 112 acres leased from the Ports of Indiana, and started ethanol production in December 2010. The facility uses a dry-grind production method and state-of-the-art technology to maintain industry-leading standards in production, safety, product quality and environmental stewardship. The Mount Vernon plant processes approximately 35 million bushels of corn into approximately 100 million gallons of ethanol and 263,000 tons of distillers grains per year. The plant employs approximately 60 employees.

Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they’re truly part of a team. For more information visit Valero.com.

Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.