Senior Technician, Maintenance, Core Maintenance Expert

Celanese; Bishop (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese in Bishop, TX seeks a Senior Maintenance Mechanic to install, maintain, and repair machinery ensuring safe, efficient operation. You will perform precision alignments, read blueprints, and work with lathes, mills, and drill presses while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, NCCER certification, strong mechanical aptitude, and experience with SAP; flexibility for extended shifts, weekends, and overtime is required.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Leadership and team coordination skills.
• Technical knowledge of machine tools, materials, and machining procedures.
• Proficient use of SAP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Perform precision alignments using laser alignment tools, dial indicators, and other instruments.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to determine specifications.
• Perform machine work using a lathe, mill, and drill press.
• Complete level C RCAs on failures.
• Ensure safety compliance, conduct inspections, and follow regulatory standards.
• Install, maintain, and rebuild equipment.
• Align with Celanese MTTC and the operating model.
• Provide training on best practices.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Team coordination

Machining procedures

Troubleshooting

Blueprint interpretation

Rigging/ cranes operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NCCER certified

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview:

Celanese is seeking a Senior Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Bishop, TX. This individual will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery and equipment. The job requires being highly proficient in troubleshooting and demonstrating those skills to ensure that equipment operates efficiently and safely. They also need to have a good understanding of machinery and know how to operate the equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Perform precision alignments using laser alignment tools, dial indicators, and other instruments.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to determine specifications.
• Perform machine work using a lathe, mill, and drill press.
• Complete level C RCAs on failures.
• Ensure safety compliance, conduct inspections, and follow regulatory standards.
• Install, maintain, and rebuild equipment.
• Align with Celanese MTTC and the operating model.
• Provide training on best practices.

Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Leadership and team coordination skills.
• Technical knowledge of machine tools, materials, and machining procedures.
• Proficient use in SAP.
• Process and equipment knowledge.
• Ability to work a 10-hour shift (including evenings, weekends, and holidays) along with callouts and overtime when required.
• Experience with rigging equipment such as overhead cranes to hoist and transport heavy equipment.

Required Years of Experience:

• Min. 4-5 years preferred

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• NCCER certified

Celanese is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Celanese does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.