Millwright

Occidental Chemical Corporation; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental Chemical Corporation in Deer Park, Texas, is hiring a Millwright. The role focuses on maintaining rotating equipment, performing preventative and predictive maintenance, and ensuring reliability across processing systems.

The candidate must read P&IDs and mechanical drawings and hold NCCER certification. You will work in a safety-first environment, use SAP and RMP for parts management, and collaborate with the maintenance team to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical experience in millwright activities in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read P&IDs, process flow diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• A NCCER certification is required. (maintenance or machinist preferred). Proof of certification prior to employment must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and communities as our highest priority.
• Monitor condition of rotating machinery using parameters such as vibration, temperature, pressures, flows and currents.
• Understand and assess daily operation of equipment including centrifuges, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, conveyors, screw feeders, blowers and pumps; provide reliability improvements.
• Maintain equipment to design specifications; replace seals, packing; align rotating equipment using dial indicators and laser alignment tools.
• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance and troubleshoot problems; determine material needs and sequence of operations.
• Be familiar with SAP, RMP, warehouse parts management and MI procedures.
• Perform fabrication, assembly, disassembly and repair of vessels and equipment.

Skills

Reading technical diagrams

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

RMP

Microsoft Office

Job description

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, Oxychem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem's products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

Millwright

Essential Job Duties:

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority.
• Monitor condition of rotating machinery utilizing parameters including vibration, temperature, pressures, flows and currents.
• Understand and assess the daily operation of various types of equipment including centrifuges, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, conveyors, screw feeders, blowers and pumps. Based on assessment, provide recommendations to improve reliability.
• Maintain equipment to design specifications including, but not limited to, centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps & compressors, fans, gear reducers/increasers & other mechanical equipment (valves, operators, testing tools). Replace pump seals, mechanical seals, pump packing. Provide proper alignment for all rotating equipment utilizing dial indicators and laser alignment equipment.
• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance and troubleshoot problems. Determine material needs, sequence of operations, and job methods including the use of a computer for entering and using information for preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Be familiar with SAP, RMP, warehouse parts management, design specifications, and applicable MI procedures.
• Performs work associated with fabrication, assembly, disassembly and repair of vessels, movement and set-up of equipment.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• A minimum of 5 years mechanical experience in millwright activities in an industrial environment
• Must be able to read process flow diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical drawings and follow mechanical specifications.
• A valid NCCER certification is required. (maintenance or machinist preferred). Proof of certification prior to employment must be provided.
• Able to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed to maintain a 24/7 operating plant.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English.
• Valid driver's license required.
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Physical requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of SAP.
• Ability to take field vibration readings and understand basic data.