Mechanic (DCTX)

Calumet, LLC; Dickinson (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Calumet, LLC in Dickinson, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment at the Dickinson Plant. You will work on rotating equipment, motors, valves, and a centrifuge, aiming to maximize equipment availability through predictive maintenance techniques.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing pumps, gear boxes, control panels, read P&ID drawings, installing instruments, and ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years work experience in pipefitting, boiler making, or pump troubleshooting/repair.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair pumps, gear boxes, mixers, control panels, and instruments.
• Read and interpret P&ID drawings; record data and maintain documentation.
• Install, test, and calibrate process instruments (flow, level, pressure, temp, pH).
• Support safety programs (lockout/tagout, confined space, emergency response).
• Work after hours and participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Independent worker

Multi-tasking

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

NCCER certification (preferred)

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Who are we?
At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!

PURPOSE:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing Electrical, instrumentation & mechanical equipment located in the Dickinson Plant. Equipment includes but is not limited to various brands of rotating equipment, motors, valves and centrifuge. The position will play a key role in monitoring equipment with a goal of achieving higher equipment availability and lower maintenance costs through the application of predictive maintenance technologies to include, but not limited to, vibration monitoring and analysis, steam tracing and insulation repair and application.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnose and repair Plant operating equipment including items such as: pumps, gear boxes, mixers, control panels, programmable logic controllers, flare systems, instruments and process measurement and flow devices.
• Acquire and sustain knowledge of plant safety standards, including tag out lockout, confined space entry and emergency response actions.
• Receives instructions both written and verbal, setting the priorities for work assignments.
• Install, test and calibrate flow, level, pressure, temperature, pH and other process instruments.
• Read and understand P&ID drawings. Record information and maintain documentation.
• Meets with vendors to acquire skills and knowledge pertaining to technology advancements, cost control, and alternative solutions to recurring problems.
• Performs general maintenance work including but not limited to: Filter changes, blinding, valve repair or replacement, piping and hose replacement and general clean-up as needed.
• Assist other maintenance technicians / contractors as needed, providing support with off-task hands to facilitate efficient workflow.
• Must be willing to work after hours as needed and participate in an on-call rotation.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Minimum 3 years’ work experience in pipefitting, boiler making or pump troubleshooting and repair.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• NCCER certification in Millwright, Pipe fitting, Boilermaker or equivalent work experience.
• Training and certification in the safe operation of forklifts and other motorized equipment.

COMPETENCIES:

• Solid analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Capability of handling multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The ability to routinely lift, carry and push items up to 50 lbs in weight, as well as the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders over long periods of time
• Ability to work outside for long periods in adverse weather conditions, high temperature and humidity, rain, cold etc.
• Ability to wear PPE as needed including, but not limited to, eye/face protection, foot protection, gloves, hearing protection and head protection
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Ability to pass pulmonary function testing and wear respirator or breathing air during work activities.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our HR team at [e-mail] . Requests for accommodations will not impact hiring decisions, and all information provided will be kept confidential.

All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test