Senior Maintenance Mechanic: Rotating Equipment Expert

Sun Chemical Corporation; Newport (DE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Chemical Corporation seeks a Sr. Maintenance Mechanic for its Wilmington, DE site to overhaul rotating equipment such as pumps and fans and to perform preventative maintenance. The role involves field and shop work, equipment installation, and collaboration with vendors on capital projects.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED and 3+ years of relevant experience, with ability to operate forklifts and lifts, and to work safely in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience related to the job roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to drive forklift and use scissor lift or boom lift.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 20–50 lbs and climbing ladders.
• Knowledge of bearings, mechanical seals, rigging, and machinery alignment.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul rotating machinery including pumps and fans with precision.
• Install mechanical seals on rotating equipment, including agitators.
• Perform in-field equipment installations, mounting motors, coupling assemblies, and laser alignment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and lubrication routes per site plan.
• Document repair history and participate in site improvement teams.
• Interface with vendors and assist with capital projects; comply with site policies.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Pumps and blowers

Rotating equipment

Mechanical repair

Troubleshooting

Laser alignment

Rigging

Hand tools

Piping and fabrication

Root cause analysis

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Boom lift

Job description

Sun Chemical Corporation seeks a Sr. Maintenance Mechanic for its Wilmington, DE site to overhaul rotating equipment such as pumps and fans and to perform preventative maintenance. The role involves field and shop work, equipment installation, and collaboration with vendors on capital projects.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED and 3+ years of relevant experience, with ability to operate forklifts and lifts, and to work safely in an industrial environment.