Mechanic, Leadman (DCTX)

Calumet Specialty Products Partners L.P.; Dickinson (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Calumet Specialty Products Partners L.P. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for the Dickinson Plant to maintain and repair rotating equipment, motors, valves and centrifuges. The role emphasizes predictive maintenance, reliability improvements, and cost reduction while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

You will read drawings, coordinate tasks with shop staff, and fabricate or repair parts. The job requires lifting up to 50 lbs, outdoor work, and proper PPE usage.

Qualifications

• 4+ years as a maintenance technician, rotating equipment focus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of moving/rotating equipment such as pumps and motors.
• Ability to read technical manuals, prints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with other projects and departments.
• Schedule and supervise preventive/predictive maintenance tasks.
• Lead safety practices and environmental compliance in all tasks.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and obtain necessary support.
• Fabricate/repair parts and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Maintain inventory of replacement parts and shop materials.
• Initiate repairs and implement preventive/corrective actions.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree or technical training

Tools

Vibration analysis equipment

Motor/Pump repair tools

Job description

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 the 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:

• Provide work coordination with other projects and departments
• Manage daily work schedule, providing technical advice and quality control to review and carry out preventive and predictive maintenance assignments in a timely manner
• Provide leadership and safe practices in all job tasks by maintaining responsibility for safety and environmental compliance
• Troubleshoot and identify equipment problems and obtain any necessary support
• Identify equipment problems and understand the consequences of equipment failure and repair errors
• Manufacture new parts, repair damaged equipment and operate assorted maintenance shop equipment
• Read, understand and make mechanical drawings for fabrication or modification of equipment components
• Coordinate task hazard assessment when performing work, parts research and ordering
• Assist in maintaining an adequate inventory of back-up equipment, replacement parts and shop materials to ensure the proper operation of manufacturing
• Initiate repairs and take preventive and corrective actions

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• Legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than your current employer
• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience working as a maintenance technician specializing in rotating equipment with 3+ years in an industrial or petrochemical maintenance environment, or in lieu of experience, a minimum of a 2-year/Associates Degree from a technical school or a graduate of a 4-year apprenticeship program in an applicable field
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to overcome obstacles and make good decisions
• Working knowledge and understanding of moving and rotating equipment such as pumps and motors
• 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
• The ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals and other reference materials, including prints, drawings and schematics

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• Vibration Analyst Certification
• Experience with root cause failure analysis (RCFA), infrared analysis and reliability centered maintenance (RCM)
• Experience rebuilding motors and pumps
• Experience working with mechanical seals and ability to align pumps and motors
• Training and certification in the safe operation of forklifts and other motorized equipment

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong self-motivation and the ability to be accountable for achieving long-term and day-to-day goals and tasks
• Effective time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneouslyStrong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels, both internally and externally, written and orally
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Strong computer skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Demonstration of Calumet Values - Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence

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