Mechanical Technician

Chevron; Seneca (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron is seeking a Mechanical Technician in Illinois to maintain plant equipment, order spare parts, and work with contractors to improve reliability while keeping facilities safe and clean. The role involves preventive, corrective, predictive maintenance and data entry in the CMMS.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, 3–5 years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work overtime as needed. Relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience may substitute education requirements.
• Valid Driver's license.
• 3–5 years of related experience with a strong technical background.
• Ability to use office equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to work daily and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective maintenance and emergency repairs on plant equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, overhaul, and upgrades of mechanical equipment.
• Execute predictive maintenance activities.
• Maintain CMMS records and write/update work orders.
• Order parts and materials as needed.
• Be available for callouts and assist in planning Turnarounds and projects.
• Analyze failures and implement improvements.
• Operate site equipment such as forklift and man lift.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations management.

Skills

Technical background

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Digital literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifugal pump operation

Millwright training

Welding skills

CMRT/CMRP

Failure analysis

Job description

Specialty Operations BU is accepting online applications for the position of Mechanical Technician through November 5th, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST.

The purpose of this job is to be responsible for and assist with performing the maintenance of all equipment in the plant, identifying and ordering spare parts, working with contractors to maintain and upgrade the plant, and improving the reliability of the plant. This position is also responsible for ensuring the plant is maintained in a safe and clean condition.

Responsibilities May Include But Are Not Limited To

• Perform corrective maintenance, adjustments, and emergency repairs,
• Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, overhaul, and upgrades of plant mechanical, rotating, and stationary equipment.
• Perform predictive maintenance work.
• Write and update work orders and other information in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Write Requisitions for parts and materials
• Be available for callouts.
• Assist in Turnaround and Project planning and scheduling.
• Perform failure analysis, and suggest and implement improvements.
• Learn new skills as needed to maintain the plant.
• Assist operations as needed
• Operate equipment such as fork trucks, man lifts, etc.
• Assist maintenance, engineering, and operations management as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. **Experience may substitute education requirements.
• Valid Driver's license
• 3-5 years of related experience (Strong technical background), depending on education.
• Ability to use office equipment (computer, copy machine, calculator, etc.)
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and in a timely manner to meet deadlines
• Work independently or with others as a team to complete assigned projects
• Awareness of new technical developments and ability to apply new knowledge to the processes in place.
• Be available for daily work and overtime as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Centrifugal pump operation and maintenance
• Millwright or mechanic training
• Welding skills or Certification
• Cause analysis
• CMRT (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician) or CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional)
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to provide technical expertise as required
• Disciplined self-starter with good organizational skills
• Demonstrate attention to detail
• Ability to effectively analyze reports and communicate information to co-workers.

Work Considerations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Medium to high-stress levels during testing procedures. This position requires continuous sitting for long periods of time, high levels of concentration, extensive telephone communications, manual dexterity to input and access information through a computer terminal, frequent math, and algebraic calculations, moderate analytical ability, and visual ability to read computer terminals and detailed reports for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and carry at least 75 lbs.

• Standing: Frequent (34% to 66%)
• Sitting: Frequent (34% to 66%)
• Walking: Frequent (34% to 66%)
• Bending/Stooping: Occasional (1% to 33%)
• Reaching above shoulders: Occasional (1% to 33%)
• Kneeling: Occasional (1% to 33%)
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasional (1% to 33%)
• Climbing: Occasional (1% to 33%)
• Repetitive hand movements: Frequent (34% to 66%)

Requires good general physical ability to move freely throughout facilities. Extended periods of time walking, standing and other physical activities related to achieving job responsibilities. Good vision and hearing, corrected to normal for managing operations for safety in job functions.

The position may require extended and flexible working hours to ensure effective operation. Requires ability to move freely throughout the facilities, directing and coordinating a variety of activities. Occasionally exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity, feedstock, dust, and medium to high noise levels within the building due to running equipment. Potential exposure to chemicals, and hazardous materials used in the biodiesel process.

Relocation options

Relocation will not be considered.

International considerations

International assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that is unable to provide sponsorship/VISA.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions

• The compensation and reference to benefits for this role are listed in this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable to U.S. payroll offers.
• The anticipated hourly wage for this position is USD 35.22.
• Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities, and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.