Rotating Equipment Maintenance Technician — Chemical Manufacturing

Chemtrade; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Career development

Employee ERGs

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Chemtrade in Richmond, CA is seeking a Rotating Equipment Maintenance Technician to maintain critical plant equipment and ensure safe, reliable operations. The role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, performing precision repairs, and adhering to SOPs throughout all work orders and safety documentation.

The position requires 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial or chemical environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency with CMMS and email/office tools.

Responsibilities

• Tank vessel openings and cleanouts.
• Certified welding, cutting, and burning.
• Pump, gearbox, and motor repair.
• Coupling and sheave alignment for mechanical power transmission.
• Piping and valve replacements.
• General plant upkeep and maintenance.
• Emergency response team participation.
• Complete work orders and all maintenance/safety/PM documentation in accordance with SOPs.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Chemtrade. Keep Critical Assets Running.
Our Richmond, CA sulphuric acid facility relies on skilled maintenance professionals to keep production safe and reliable. If you excel at diagnosing mechanical issues and executing precision repairs, you’ll thrive here.

Position Details

• Role: Rotating Equipment Maintenance Technician
• Location: Richmond, CA
• Schedule: Day shift with overtime and call-outs as required
• Reporting Line: Maintenance Supervisor
• Pay: $51.03/hr starting; $54.30/hr after 3 months

Pay is influenced by role, level, and location. The listed rate is the starting hourly pay for new hires; actual compensation may vary based on work location and factors such as relevant skills, experience, and education/training. We’ll review site-specific details during the hiring process, and note that some facilities are subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements. U.S. postings reflect base hourly wages only and exclude benefits, pension contributions, overtime, shift premiums, and other incentives.

Core Responsibilities

• Tank vessel openings and cleanouts
• Certified welding, cutting, and burning
• Pump, gearbox, and motor repair
• Coupling and sheave alignment for mechanical power transmission
• Piping and valve replacements
• General plant upkeep and maintenance
• Emergency response team participation
• Complete work orders and all maintenance/safety/PM documentation in accordance with SOPs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial or chemical environment (strongly preferred)
• High school diploma or GED
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools, CMMS, and email
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, O&M instructions, procedure manuals, manufacturers’ literature, and schematics/diagrams
• Availability for periodic off-shift emergency call-outs, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and at height while wearing PPE

Medical Requirement

All employees are required to successfully complete annual medical assessments, including a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), and must be able to wear a respirator as a condition of employment. This reflects Chemtrade’s commitment to the health and safety of our people and the public.

Our Culture and Benefits

• Safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship guide everything we do
• A people‑first workplace where diverse perspectives fuel innovation
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that strengthen belonging and amplify voices
• Family‑friendly benefits and robust career‑development support

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