Maintenance Technician Job

Arkema Inc; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. in Piedmont, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to manage a broad spectrum of maintenance activities, including I/E and mechanical tasks. The role encompasses troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of equipment to keep the plant operational.

A progression plan may start with I/E or mechanical and advance to full capabilities in all aspects. The position requires strong hands-on experience in process plant environments and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience in process plant environments in electrical or mechanical trades.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct procurement of repair parts and material for project Maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of field instrumentation devices for process equipment.
• 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 etc.
• 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
• Run piping, 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 description

Summary:

This highly skilled job exists to manage a broad spectrum of maintenance activities - both I/E and Mechanical. This position provides troubleshooting, repair, replacement of equipment as needed to keep the plant operational. 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.

Responsibilities:

I/E (50%) / Mechanical (50%)

• Plan and direct procurement of repair parts and material for project Maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of field instrumentation devices for process equipment.
• 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 etc.
• 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
• Run piping, 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:

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.