Lead Maintenance Technician II; Mechanic

Lead Maintenance Technician

Croda is a FTSE
100 organization focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

• Troubleshooting and repair on mechanical equipment and piping systems, including Air Handling Units, Refrigeration Systems, Exhaust Fans, and Mechanical Process Equipment.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance to keep equipment in good operational condition.
• Perform tasks such as bearing replacement, agitator seal replacement, pump repairs and rebuilds, equipment setting and alignment.
• Document work performed in the CMMS, including history notes and time charges.
• Make appropriate suggestions and corrections to discrepancies found in documentation, drawings, BOMs/parts lists, procedures, work instructions, etc.
• Work with a variety of individuals, such as engineers, other craftspeople, automation, and other resources on process upgrades and equipment changes.
• Provide input to engineering on design, installation, and maintenance of new equipment.
• Coordinate with outside services and vendors as necessary.
• Support other trades related to PLCs, Automation, and Electrical.
• Identify equipment needs for facility upkeep by sourcing, purchasing, and installing required equipment.
• Coordinate directly with vendors in case of emergency facility or utility repairs.
• Track and maintain service documentation related to facility and utility repairs.
• Coordinate and execute asset removal.

• High School diploma required.
• Knowledge of trade skills including mechanical, plumbing, electric, HVAC, and general utility.
• HVAC, plumbing, or refrigeration certificates preferred.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.
• Generous PTO.
• 401K Match.
• Wellness Reimbursement.
• Parental Leave.
• Career Development.
• Company‑paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Paid Holidays.

This is an onsite position based at our Alabaster, AL site.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email

Croda is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute and make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and mental health or physical disability needs.