Maintenance Technician - New Johnsonville, TN

Matheson Tri-Gas; New Johnsonville (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Sanso Matheson is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform daily maintenance duties and safety-focused tasks across plant equipment and systems. You will follow procedures, repair and inspect gear, valves, pumps, and conveyors, and document work orders in the CMMS.

The role requires mechanical or electrical aptitude, physical stamina, and the ability to work with teams in a fast-paced environment. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred; HS diploma with 2 years relevant experience acceptable.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on multiple elevations.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily work assignments per procedures and safety policies.
• Maintain 5S in the work area and on the grounds.
• Repair and maintain plant equipment (valves, pumps, conveyors, chillers).
• Perform PM inspections and follow safety policies.
• Interpret diagrams and mechanical drawings as needed.
• Enter work orders and update CMMS or shared drive.
• Stock warehouse parts inventory as directed by supervisor.
• Be part of emergency response team if required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

MS Office

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree in Maintenance or Instrument/Electrical

High school diploma with 2 years related experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Classification: Maintenance Technician

Pay Rate: $29.52

Career Path

• New Hire $29.52
• Level 1 $31.42 New hire with Associate's degree or achieves qualification
• Level 2 $32.26 New hire with relevant Bachelor's degree or successful completion of additional subject matter expertise assessment (18-month tenure minimum in role)
• Level 3 $34.34 Successful completion of additional subject matter expertise panel assessment (3-year tenure minimum in role)

Description of Job Duties

• Completes daily work assignments in line with all company procedures and safety policies while maintaining a safe work environment for all personnel.
• Maintains and promotes 5S in assigned work area and on the grounds
• Maintains maintenance equipment and tools in a safe working order
• Safely perform work outdoors during all type of weather conditions
• Follows lock-out/tag-out, confined spaced, hot work permits, and related safety policies
• Repairs, replaces, and maintains all plant equipment in good working condition, equipment such as valves, pumps, compressors, conveyor systems, chillers, etc.
• Performs equipment inspections and preventative maintenance (PM) activities as per oral and written instructions.
• Interpret single line diagrams, piping schematics, and mechanical drawings as needed.
• Troubleshoot and dismantle defective equipment and install new or repair equipment and/or parts. Request parts to be purchased to complete repair to Maintenance Supervisor/Lead or Manager.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery throughout the plant.
• Fabricates equipment as required.
• Enter information on paper and/or electronic work order as required. Update CMMS or shared drive if directed to do so by Maintenance Supervisor/Lead or Manager.
• Stock warehouse parts inventory as directed by Maintenance Supervisor/Lead or Manager. This includes reviewing of packing slips, physically relocating inventory to warehouse shelving and identifying parts that may need re-ordering.
• Adheres to all quality policies and standards.
• Performs all other tasks as assigned.
• Member of the emergency response team, if required

Qualifications / Necessary Skills

• Maintenance or Instrument / Electrical Associates degree is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent with 2-years mechanical or instrument / electrical work experience required.
• Must be able to perform mathematical exercises of moderate complexity. Must display a strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite.
• Must be able to ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs, lift 50lbs, stand on his/her feet for extended periods of time and be physically flexible including bending, rotating, and kneeling.
• Must be able to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as Level A suit, full face respirator, SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus), safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, Tyvek, hearing protection and gloves.
• Must have the ability to work with a team in resolving problems together with the ability to develop effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, co-workers, managers and well as any other internal personnel.
• Capable of operating mobile equipment.

Nippon Sanso Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability.