Mechanic

NEXPERA; Darrow (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

NEXPERA, a leader in sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide regeneration, is hiring a General Mechanic to perform mechanical maintenance of field and plant equipment. The role supports both plant and field operations and requires the ability to troubleshoot and maintain complex systems.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of industrial maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong problem solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Plant and Field Operations.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules/protocols.
• Troubleshoot equipment performance and restore assets.
• Deliver maintenance support for projects.
• Provide oversight of the plant shop and maintenance tools.
• Support Process Safety Management and site safety efforts.
• Conduct seasonal prep work and scheduling of materials.
• Ensure proper setup, calibration, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NEXPERA leads the way in sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide regeneration, offering a comprehensive range of products and services that optimize processes, minimize environmental impact, and allow our partners to focus on their core operations. With the industry’s largest facility network, we ensure unmatched reliability and drive innovation across the industrial landscape. In addition, we provide an unmatched array of sulfur-based chemicals and related services to a diverse set of industries.

POSITION PURPOSE

NEXPERA's General Mechanic will regularly perform mechanical maintenance of field and plant equipment and facilities.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to):

• Support Plant and Field Operations
• Effective execution of preventive and predictive maintenance schedules/protocols
• Troubleshoot equipment performance and restore assets as needed to optimal performance levels
• Deliver maintenance support for projects
• Provide oversight of the plant shop, and maintenance tools
• Support the Process Safety Management and the site personal safety effort
• Conduct seasonal prep work including preparing equipment and scheduling materials
• Assure proper set-up, calibration, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment, machines, and facilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

In order to be qualified for this role, the following is required:

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: One to three (1-3) years of industrial maintenance work experience
• Skills & Knowledge:
  • Problem solving skills, conflict resolution skills, and teamwork skills
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Beginning level computer skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Certifications:
  • Valid Driver’s License required
  • TWIC required (must be obtained within 30 days of beginning employment)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work for prolonged periods in extremes of hot and cold temperatures and inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to work around hazardous materials such as sulfuric acid and molten sulfur.
• Ability to wear required PPE (including FR clothing, respirators, and fall protection equipment).
• Frequent stooping, bending, climbing, reaching and carrying, use of hand tools (shovels, brooms, sledgehammers, picks) and moving heavy objects.
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, and high-lifts, and to enter and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to respond to emergency call-outs as required by site operations.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime hours including weekend work as required during periods of high plant need
• Typical Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Occasional travel to other locations may be required.

Successful candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! 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.

BENEFITS

• Nexpera's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance.
• Employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.
• Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.