Maintenance Welding Tech

Nutrien; Levelland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support preventive maintenance, inspect and repair manufacturing equipment, and assist with piping and pump installations. The role requires 2+ years in welding/fabrication and maintenance in a manufacturing or chemical environment.

Candidates should have knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems and be able to lift heavy loads, wear respirators, and work safely in non-air-conditioned environments. SAP experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years welding/fabrication experience; welding sample if requested.
• 2+ years maintenance technician experience in manufacturing or chemical/processing plant.
• Knowledge in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to lift 50-80 lbs and stand 8+ hours.
• Willing to wear full-face respirator and fall protection.

Responsibilities

• Support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program to reduce downtime; troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Perform daily inspection and maintenance on equipment/area, including cleaning, lubrication, rebuild, installation, and removal.
• Assist in layout, assembly, and installation of piping and pumps; install/repair gauges, valves, and regulators.
• Operate, adjust, troubleshoot, and fix mechanical and electrical systems on equipment.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environment; follow safety policies including LOTO.
• Record work orders in SAP and communicate across departments.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Maintenance

Electrical basics

Mechanical systems

Safety procedures

SAP usage

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We're guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; ProvenSeed and Dyna-GroSeed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

What You'll Do:

• Effectively support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime. Analyze problems and interpret technical information necessary to make required repairs (troubleshooting of equipment issues)
• Perform daily inspection and maintenance on assigned equipment/area, including mechanical cleaning, lubrication, rebuild, installation, and removal
• Assist in lay out, assembly, and installation of piping and pumps associated with production, to include installation, repair, and replacement of gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment as instructed
• Operate, adjust, troubleshoot, and fix mechanical and electrical systems on equipment such as: Shakers, Gravities, Screw Conveyors, Elevators, Dry Ingredient Fillers, conveyors, code dater printers, palletizer robots, etc
• Assist in repair and maintenance of physical structure and utilities as instructed
• Maintain clean, safe and organized work environment always
• Follow all safety policies and procedures including but not limited to LOTO, confined space, hot work, and forklift operation
• Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted. Maintain complete records of work performed using SAP, work orders and detailed logs and have good communication skills across all groups/departments
• Participate in Continuous Improvement, also provides suggestions to improve processes and participates on team projects

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; experience may be considered in lieu of education
• 2+ years' welding/fabrication experience and able to submit a welding sample if requested
• 2+ years' experience preferred as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment, or chemical/processing plant
• Knowledge in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• Ability to use mechanical tools to ensure safety and completion of tasks and assignments
• Ability to lift 50-80 lbs. Performs highly repetitive motions, stand for eight plus hours, talk, and hear
• Ability to Climb ladders, stairways, use a manlift/scissorlift at ceiling heights or above with proper safety equipment and work in non-air-conditioned environment
• Ability and willing to wear a full-face respirator
• Ability and willing to wear fall protection equipment
• While performing job duties, the associate will frequently walk, use hands to feel or handle, and to reach with hands and arms. Frequent exposure to oils and greases or coolants
• While performing job duties, the associate will occasionally sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and smell. Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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