Truck Mechanic

Oxychem; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

OxyChem in Wichita, KS is seeking an experienced Truck Mechanic to maintain, repair, and service our fleet. You will read precision instruments, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, and perform maintenance on truck tractors and trailers to ensure safe, compliant operations.

This role requires a High School diploma or GED, plus 2 years of relevant experience or a Process Technology Degree, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and be part

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Process Technology Degree OR 2+ years relevant chemical plant experience.
• Proficiency in math, reading comprehension and mechanical reasoning.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and callouts.
• Willingness to serve on Emergency Response Team.
• English reading/writing/speaking required.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to lift 40 lbs and use PPE including respirator.

Responsibilities

• Maintain protection of environment, health and safety as priority.
• Move trailers within plant for loading, unloading, and deliveries.
• Build, rebuild, and repair parts of trucks and trailers.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, or other failures on trucks/trailers.
• Read precision instruments and diagnose using standard procedures.
• Drive trucks on highways to analyze problems and shuttle equipment.
• Perform maintenance on Wichita fleet of trucks and trailers.
• Communicate with dispatch, peers, and supervisors.

Skills

Math proficiency

Reading comprehension

Mechanical reasoning

English fluency

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Process Technology Degree or 2+ years experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

CDL (preferred)

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.

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Truck Mechanic located in Wichita, KS.

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.
• Moves trailers as needed throughout the plant for loading, unloading, and staging for deliveries.
• Build, rebuild and repair parts of trucks and trailer as may be required.
• Diagnoses any mechanical, electrical or other breakdown or failure on truck or trailers.
• Read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, voltmeters, digital multi-meters, calibrators and other electronic diagnostic tools. All must be accomplished according to standard operating procedures and in support of the safe operation and environmental integrity of the plant.
• Drive trucks on highway to analyze problems, to evaluate work performed, to position correctly in shop, and shuttle equipment.
• Perform maintenance on the Wichita fleet of truck tractors and trailers
• Utilizes verbal and written means of communication to communicate with dispatch, peers, and supervisory personnel.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or completed GED.
• Process Technology Degree OR minimum of 2 years relevant work experience (e.g. production, loading, or maintenance) in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning with strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work a rotating shift; weekends; holidays; overtime; and respond to callouts.
• Ability and willingness to serve as member of Emergency Response Team.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Proficient 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
• ASE Certified or equivalent
• Tank Trailer Repair Experience
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)