Millwright

OxyChem; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Millwright to join the Battleground Plant in La Porte, TX. This role keeps rotating and mechanical equipment running safely and reliably, supporting a safety-first, productive work environment.

You will perform preventative/predictive maintenance, read P&IDs, and work with SAP and MI procedures, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety. OxyChem offers competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years mechanical millwright experience in an industrial environment.
• Able to read P&IDs, process flow diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• NCCER certification required.
• Overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 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 – lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, wear PPE including respirator.

Responsibilities

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and communities.
• Monitor condition of rotating machinery using vibration, temperature, pressures, flows and currents; interpret data.
• Assess daily operation of equipment and provide recommendations to improve reliability.
• Maintain equipment to design specs; replace seals and align rotating equipment.
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance and troubleshoot problems.
• Be familiar with SAP, RMP, warehouse parts management, design specs and MI procedures.
• Fabrication, assembly, disassembly and repair of vessels and movement and setup of equipment.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Reading P&IDs

English proficiency

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MS 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.

OxyChem is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Millwright to join the Battleground Plant in La Porte, TX. This position keeps the Battleground Plant’s rotating and mechanical equipment running safely and reliably.

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. Familiarity with equipment vibration monitoring and the ability to understand and interpret basic vibration-related data.
• 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.
• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance and troubleshoot problems. Determine material needs, sequence of operations, and job methods including the use of a computer for storing 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 2 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.
• This position requires proof of the NCCER certification prior to employment (maintenance or machinist preferred).
• 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.