Mechanical systems technician

Marathon Petroleum Company LP; Mount Airy (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching Program

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is seeking a Mechanical Systems Technician to maintain mechanical equipment at asphalt and light product terminals. The role covers mechanical, electrical, and vapor control systems, with emphasis on PLC and electrical troubleshooting.

Based in Montgomery, AL or Mount Airy, LA, the position includes a company vehicle, tools, and uniforms. You will work with operations and engineers to ensure reliability, perform preventive maintenance, and support emergency repairs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; associate degree preferred.
• 2 years of related experience is preferred.
• Terminal operations, electrical, or PLC programming experience preferred.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment and perform tests to identify malfunctions and deficiencies.
• Determine repair scope and replacement/retention decisions.
• Repair and maintain mechanical and electrical components; disassemble and recondition or replace parts.
• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and testing.
• Install mechanical/electrical components and equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records and work orders; track equipment history.
• Respond to emergency repairs as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers, reliability staff, and operations to improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

PLC knowledge

DOT medical guidelines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

An exciting career awaits youAt MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.POSITION SUMMARY:Mechanical systems technicians are responsible for maintaining mechanical equipment and ensuring a high level of reliability at asphalt and light product terminals. Technicians provide the expertise to maintain, repair and replace mechanical, electrical, and vapor control equipment beyond that typically handled by terminal operations. This position will be based in Montgomery AL or Mount Airy, LA. A maintenance vehicle, tools, equipment, and uniforms are provided. Technicians must be able to pass the DOT Medical Guidelines required to operate the maintenance vehicles. Equipment typically maintained by mechanical technicians includes vapor control systems, oil/water separators, water accumulation tanks, pumps, motors, asphalt mills, meters, actuators, etc. This position will be expected to develop proficiency in PLC troubleshooting and electrical troubleshooting associated with vapor control systems. Although technicians have assigned areas of coverage, they may be requested to assist other mechanical technicians, complete project work, or provide training to others outside their assigned geographical area. They must develop and maintain an effective working relationship with terminal operations personnel and peers. Technicians must be highly motivated, self-directed and have strong decision-making skills.All applications must be completed on-line. No phone calls, agencies, faxed or mailed resumes will be accepted.KEY RESPONSABILITIES:Inspect equipment and apply operating and performance tests to mechanical/electrical components to determine causes of malfunctions and operating deficiencies. Based on inspection outcomes, determine the extent and feasibility of repairs and recommend replacement or retention of components.Repair and maintain mechanical and electrical components by disassembling them and reconditioning or replacing parts.Support coverage area in other areas of discipline such as Electronic Services and Marathon Pipeline as needed.Schedule and perform periodic and preventative maintenance, inspections, and testing of mechanical and electrical components by visual inspection, reference to technical manuals and use of testing equipment.Install mechanical/electrical components and equipment.Prepare maintenance records and complete various preventative maintenance forms and repair orders. Utilize records to determine the economic life, cost-effectiveness, quality and durability of mechanical parts and materials.When necessary, respond to emergency repairs.Work with district engineers, support engineers, reliability engineers, maintenance specialists and project managers to provide input on new equipment installations concerning equipment reliability and maintainability.Work with operations and purchasing personnel, suppliers and contractors’ representatives to purchase parts, supplies and materials; and to arrange for performance of services, discuss contract work and resolve problems.Use Mobility and PC based maintenance management system to update work orders, purchase material, report maintenance issues, and track equipment history.Maintain all inspection records and trip log information as required by DOT.EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or GED. Associate's degree preferred.2 years of experience in a related field is preferred. Terminal operations, electrical, or PLC programming experience preferred.Excellent mechanical aptitude required.Basic spreadsheets, word processing, and e-mail preferred.Driver's License RequiredWillingness to travel up to 25% -50%As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.Location:Mt Airy, LouisianaAdditional locations:Montgomery, AlabamaJob Requisition ID:00024806Location Address:4006 LA-44Education:Employee Group:Full timeEmployee Subgroup:RegularMarathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / DisabilityWe will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.