Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Position: Maintenance Mechanic

Primary

Location:

East St. Louis

Shift: 12 hours per day - Rotating shift

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Compensation: $28.09 - $34.80 + Benefits available through union + Sign on/retention bonus available

The US hourly rate for this position is $28.09 - 34.80 + benefits. Hourly rates are determined by role, level, and location. The hourly rate displayed on each job posting reflects the starting rate for new hires for the position. Rates may also be determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

More specific rate factors for your preferred location can be discussed during the hiring process, as some facilities are subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements. Please note that the compensation details listed in the US roles postings reflect the hourly rate only, and do not include benefits, pension contributions or additional incentives such as overtime and shift premiums.

Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services.

At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

Maintenance Mechanics are responsible for but are not limited to maintaining, rebuilding, repair, and the preventative maintenance of all plant operating equipment and facility buildings and grounds, safely and in accordance with our Standard Operating Procedures. The maintenance mechanics are primarily responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment's in accordance with manufacturing or site's specification, and general facility maintenance activities.

They are also required to support site electrical activities as needed.

Knowledge

• Minimum 2 years Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance or Similar Technical Field
• Minimum 3 years Preventative maintenance and reliability experience
• Minimum 3 years mechanical experience in a industrial manufacturing operation as a pipefitter, machinist, millwright, or similar.
• Minimum 3 years Hands on experience working with rotating equipment, conveyor systems, PLC's and process equipment.
• Welding experience would be an asset.

• Professional with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches, and P&.
• Experience operating mobile equipment's such as forklift, man lift, front-end loader, shuttle wagon, and or other heavy equipment.
• Experience with a CMMS such as SAP or Facility Dude.
• Must have an understanding of units of measure and weight and perform conversions.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with a minimum of supervision
• Must be available to work overtime as needed for business continuity, this include (but not limited to) call-outs on off-shifts and weekend.
• Ability to communicate with courtesy and tact when furnishing or obtaining information from both fellow workers and other departments.

• Install, troubleshoots, and repair process equipment, which include hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems such as pumps, gear reducers, exhaust fans, boilers, compressors, conveyors, packager, and a wide range of facility equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Interface with OEM's and vendors as necessary.
• Support inventorying and management of spare parts.
• Recommend changes and improvement to the existing equipment in order to improve reliability, accuracy, or further optimize process.
• Accurately completes all work performed according to work instructions,…