Utility Mechanic: Plant Maintenance Pro - Beaumont

Chemtrade; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemtrade in Beaumont, TX is seeking a Utility Mechanic responsible for maintaining and repairing plant equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety procedures. The role requires climbing, lifting and working in hot environments with appropriate PPE.

The position features a 4-day rotating schedule (6:00am–4:30pm) with overtime and weekend work as needed, and compensation of $47.34 per hour. Prior chemical/industrial experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and 3+ years in industrial/chemical environments (preferred).
• Ability to use computer effectively (maintenance management system, email, Microsoft Office).
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, and schematics.
• Willingness to complete job function training or certification programs.
• Off-shift availability including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform certified welding, cutting and burning; repair pumps, gearboxes and motors.
• Perform mechanical power transmission coupling and shaft alignment; manage process and utility piping.
• Complete work instructions and forms related to maintenance, safety and preventive maintenance; keep records neat.
• Report non-conformances promptly and propose corrective/preventive actions.
• Operate mobile equipment (man lifts, forklifts) and replace nuts/bolts in pipe flanges (1”–48”).
• Work in extreme temperatures with appropriate PPE (PVC rain suit, boots, gloves, face shield).
• Maintain weekly time sheets and comply with plant rules and regulations including punctuality.

Skills

Computer literacy

Read/interpret documents

Off-shift readiness

Safety procedures

Training/certification programs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance management system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chemtrade in Beaumont, TX is seeking a Utility Mechanic responsible for maintaining and repairing plant equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety procedures. The role requires climbing, lifting and working in hot environments with appropriate PPE.

The position features a 4-day rotating schedule (6:00am–4:30pm) with overtime and weekend work as needed, and compensation of $47.34 per hour. Prior chemical/industrial experience is preferred.