Maintenance Technician Job

Arkema; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to manage a broad range of electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical maintenance in our plant. You will troubleshoot, install, repair, and replace equipment to keep operations safe, reliable, and compliant with standards.

The role progresses from I/E to full electrical and mechanical proficiency as needed. You will plan parts procurement, calibrate instrumentation, and support commissioning for controls projects, while maintaining high safety

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in process plant environments in electrical or mechanical trades.
• High school diploma required; associate degree or technical certificate preferred.
• Certifications from trade schools or professional organizations are preferred.
• Strong electrical, analytical and troubleshooting abilities are essential.
• Good leadership and communication skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct procurement of repair parts and materials for maintenance.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot field instrumentation devices for process equipment.
• Install, calibrate, inspect and troubleshoot instruments and electrical equipment per standards.
• Support commissioning and startup activities for instrumentation and controls projects.
• Troubleshoot motor control circuits, VFDs, and electrical/mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems; perform PMs when needed.
• Install equipment with proper rigging, gasket torque techniques.
• Be a Safety Leader and promote a safety-first culture.
• Support Plant Operations to minimize production impacts and improve reliability.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

P&ID interpretation

Safety leadership

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical certificate (Electrical/Instrumentation/Industrial Tech)

Tools

Maintenance management software

MS Office

Job description

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This highly skilled job exists to manage a broad spectrum of maintenance activities – both I/E and Mechanical. This position provides troubleshooting, installing, repair, and replacement of equipment as needed to keep the plant operational. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant systems—including process controls, analyzers, motors, and distributed control systems (DCS/PLC)—in accordance with regulatory requirements and plant safety standards. Depending on the needs of the plant, a new employee who does not have full competency will be in a progression plan that could start with I/E or mechanical. However, as the employee progresses it will include increasing amounts of I/E and mechanical skills ending in a Maintenance Technician who is fully capable in all aspects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Plan and direct procurement of repair parts and material for project Maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of field instrumentation devices for process equipment such as transmitters, flow meters, pressure/temperature sensors, level instruments, and control valves

• Installation, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting of instruments and electrical equipment, in accordance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, ISA and Company Standards.
• Identify, interpret and effectively use drawings and documentation including P&ID’s, Ladder logic, Electrical One-Line Diagrams, Equipment Drawings, control schematics, Loops, etc.
• Support commissioning and startup activities for instrumentation and controls projects.
• Work safely on AC distribution systems from 480 volts to 120 volts.
• Troubleshoot, repair motor control circuits and equipment including VFD’s, motors and motor control circuits.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems
• Perform PM’s as needed
• Install equipment, use rigging skills, proper gasket torque techniques.
• Be a Safety Leader and contribute to a ‘Safety First’ working culture.
• Support Plant Operations to minimize production impacts and enhance reliability.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and professionalism while working as a member of a team or when working alone.

Qualifications:

Min Years of Experience

• Minimum 5 years working experience in process plant environments in electrical or mechanical trades. Exception to minimum experience granted if the person enters the in-house apprenticeship program.

Education and area of focus

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree or technical certificate in Electrical, Instrumentation, Industrial Technology, or related field (preferred)

Certifications/Trainings:

• Qualified in Ashland operations equipment.
• Certifications from trade schools and/or professional organizations are preferred.
• Good leadership and management skills
• Well-developed communication and interactive skills
• Strong electrical, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities.

HES Requirement – All Jobs

• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements.
• Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Based Safety, SafeStart, etc.).
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Must be able to walk, sit, stand for long periods

A fast paced, high pressure environment where you are involved in a wide variety of functions and activities.

Must be able to use and navigate business applications including maintenance management software and be proficient with MS Office suite.

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Who we are?

Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula.

The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together.

What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States

however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire. Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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