Maintenance Mechanic

Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic

We are looking for a manufacturing maintenance mechanic with experience in chemical, oil/gas, or other manufacturing maintenance. If you have such experience or are mechanically inclined and willing to learn a new skill set, Dover Chemical has a position for you, either by direct entry into our mechanic role or via our company paid Mechanic Apprenticeship Program.

Dover Chemical’s maintenance mechanic positions are responsible for maintaining and improving various pieces of manufacturing equipment, vessels, and piping. The role involves troubleshooting and problem solving, and maintaining equipment across our 24/7 operation.

• Previous manufacturing maintenance experience desired, but strong mechanical aptitude is an absolute must.
• 5+ years of proven industrial maintenance experience preferred, but the requirement is waived if you enter the Mechanic Apprenticeship Program.
• Chemical industry experience preferred.
• High school graduate required; technical school education preferred. Proficiency reading drawings, manuals, measuring/installing pipe, pumps, valves, meters, gear boxes, and general equipment installation, repair or replacement desired.
• Must have analytical skills, proven ability to troubleshoot and multi‑task in a fast‑paced working environment.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 80 lb. occasionally and 50 lb. frequently.
• Must pass pre‑employment test, pre‑employment physical, drug screen, and background check.

• $31.93 per hour to start, $1.00 raise after one year of service, with annual incremental raises per labor agreement.
• Medical, prescription, and dental coverage 100% company paid with $0 monthly premium deductions.
• Company paid life insurance.
• $1,000 company paid contribution annually to your personal Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 12 paid holidays and paid vacation.
• 401(k) Employee Savings Plan through Fidelity, with company matching funds (100% of the first 3% you contribute and 50% of the next 2%) after three months.
• Tuition assistance and opportunities for skills training via our Mechanical Apprenticeship Program.
• Tickets To Work benefits, Employee Referral Program.
• Career stability and skill growth; advancement opportunities within the company.
• Company paid medical, prescription, dental, and other policy premiums.
• Free monthly premium deductions.

We operate most of our manufacturing units 24/7, so working flexible schedules and showing up for work every day is essential.

Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law.