Mechanical Maintenance Coordinator

CF Industries; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Industries seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Coordinator to lead planning, execution, and oversight of mechanical maintenance across its Distribution Facilities. The role ensures reliability through inspections, audits, upgrades, and maintenance activities.

The incumbent will coordinate cross-functional teams, guide contractors, provide on-site training, and drive preventive maintenance programs to sustain equipment reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on plant mechanical maintenance experience.
• Proficiency with CMMS (SAP) and maintenance documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret complex regulatory and codes.
• Experience in planning, scheduling and coordinating maintenance.
• Willingness to travel and obtain passports/permits for Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and oversight of mechanical maintenance projects across Distribution Facilities.
• Provide technical expertise for inspections, upgrades, and repairs.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and supervise contractors for safe, cost-effective work.
• Train Distribution personnel in equipment inspection and maintenance.
• Drive preventive maintenance planning and reliability improvements.
• Communicate terminal status and activities to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication

Problem solving

Documentation

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you'll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You'll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world's transition to clean energy.

Function:

Engineering and Engineering Services

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Maintenance Coordinator leads the planning, execution, and oversight of mechanical maintenance projects and inspections across CF Industries' Distribution Facilities. This role ensures operational reliability through regular and ad hoc technical inspections, audits, upgrades, and maintenance activities.

Job Description:

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs or manages maintenance on critical mechanical equipment and infrastructure at Distribution Facilities, with specialized expertise related to fixed and rotating Industrial refrigeration equipment including, process piping, pressure vessels, low pressure storage tanks (LPST), pumps and compressors.
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations in support of all maintenance related inspections and projects.
• Readily available to support the mechanical maintenance needs of each facility, providing both remote consultation and on-site assistance for routine and emergency equipment repairs.
• Provides strong leadership in coordinating mechanical maintenance across Distribution Facilities by guiding cross-functional teams, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring timely, cost-effective execution of repairs to maintain operational reliability.
• Provides on-site training (as needed) to Distribution personnel in mechanical equipment inspection and maintenance, enhancing team competency in identifying issues, performing repairs, and sustaining equipment reliability.
• Leads safety initiatives, optimizes resource allocation, and drives continuous improvement through structured planning, predictive maintenance strategies, and collaborative problem-solving-ensuring high standards of reliability and performance across Distribution Facilities.
• Collaborate closely with each Distribution Facility to develop and implement effective maintenance activities, including programmed maintenance plans, record-keeping practices, and emergency response procedures.
• Communicates maintenance activities and terminal status to leadership, ensuring alignment, transparency, and timely updates across all Distribution Facilities.
• Collaborates with vendors and contractors to develop clear job scopes and maintenance plans. Oversee on-site and off-site work, ensuring contractors operate safely and meet performance standards through effective supervision and communication.

Incumbent Attributes:

• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in plant mechanical maintenance or a closely related field, demonstrating mechanical aptitude through tasks such as diagnosing and repair of fixed and rotating equipment, Experience should include interpreting technical documentation, manage preventive maintenance schedules, and apply root cause analysis to recurring equipment issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to create, edit, and manage documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and communications effectively.
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAP, with the ability to create, track, and analyze work orders, maintenance schedules, and equipment history to support efficient and data‑driven maintenance operations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory and industrial codes governing mechanical repair, construction, and inspection-including API 510, API 570, API 653, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, NBIC, and local jurisdictional standards. Proficiency in integrating these codes into maintenance planning, inspection protocols, and repair execution is essential for ensuring compliance, safety, and mechanical integrity across Distribution Facilities
• Prior project management experience: Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance or capital projects, including scope development, scheduling, resource allocation, and contractor oversight.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills: Effectively conveys technical information, collaborates across departments, and builds productive relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to obtain a passport and/or a temporary residence permit to travel to Canada on an as-needed basis
• Ability to travel 70-80% of the time.

FMLA:

Employee Polygraph Protection Act

• Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the "Canadian Human Rights Act".

Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process

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