Maintenance Technician Job

Arkema; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema in Ashland, Ohio, seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance activities across electrical and mechanical systems. The role covers troubleshooting, installation, repair, calibration of process control equipment, and adherence to NFPA/ISA standards.

A progression path may start in I/E or mechanical with increasing competency. The position emphasizes safety leadership, reliability improvements, and collaboration with plant operations to minimize production impacts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree or technical certificate preferred.
• Experience in electrical or mechanical trades and plant operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and procure repair parts for instrumentation and process equipment.
• Calibrate, inspect, and troubleshoot instruments and electrical equipment per standards.
• Support commissioning and startup activities for instrumentation and controls projects.
• Work safely on AC distribution systems from 480V to 120V.
• Troubleshoot and repair motor control circuits, VFDs, motors.
• Repair mechanical systems and replace/rebuild pumps, valves, gearboxes.
• Maintain high workmanship standards individually or in teams.

Skills

Leadership & management

Communication skills

Troubleshooting (electrical)

Education

High school diploma

Assoc. degree or technical cert in Electrical/Instrumentation/Industrial Tech

Tools

Maintenance management software

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Job Summary

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
• Replace/rebuild pumps, valves, gearboxes etc
• 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.

Competencies -Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• 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.